**GBG - STAFF HEALTH AND SAFETY** **Last Updated Date:** 03/25/2014 **Adoption Date:** 01/10/2006 **Related Policies:** [EB](https://www.southhadleyschools.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=2&PageModuleInstanceID=16130&ViewID=1c43854f-5875-4d47-be5f-0e18028c22cb&FlexDataID=21243)[EEAEA](https://www.southhadleyschools.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=2&PageModuleInstanceID=16130&ViewID=1c43854f-5875-4d47-be5f-0e18028c22cb&FlexDataID=21260) Through its overall safety program and various policies pertaining to school personnel, the School Committee will seek to assure the safety of employees during their working hours and to assist them in the maintenance of good health. Physical examinations will be required of bus drivers and food handlers, as required by law or state regulations. The superintendent may require an employee to submit to a physical examination by a physician appointed by the school department whenever that employee's health appears to be a hazard to children, self or others in the school system, or when a doctor's certificate is needed to verify the need for sick leave. **Policy References:** M.G.L. 71:54; 71:55B; 71:55C