Risk Management Services
OMAG supports Oklahoma municipalities with a comprehensive range of risk management services — from grants and safety training to field audits, inspections, and specialized tools. Explore the topics below to find the resources available to your community.
Public Works Grants
OMAG offers grants to help member municipalities pay for important public works services and equipment. See the Grants, Scholarships and Sponsorship page for the full list of available programs.
View All Grants & ScholarshipsSafety Documentation
OMAG provides member municipalities with safety documentation to support inspections, maintenance, and regulatory compliance for public facilities and equipment.
OSHA Regulations Document
Municipal Accident Prevention Plan (MAPP)
Program Documents
Facility Resources
Training
Online learning makes training easier than ever — flexible, accessible, and designed to support regulatory compliance. It delivers essential foundational knowledge while increasing awareness of operational exposures across your organization. OMAG offers online training tools to support your needs at no cost to you.
OKIE811 — OMAG Excavator Education Program
A 1½-hour online certification course tailored for professional excavators. Delivers extensive training on damage prevention to ensure the protection of underground facilities during excavation.
The curriculum is centered on Oklahoma regulations stipulated in the Underground Facilities Damage Prevention Act, as well as Contact Center protocols and industry best practices. Certification is awarded upon passing a 25-question test with a minimum score of 80%.
- Planning and Administering Excavation Projects
- Site Preparation and Implementing Safe Excavation Procedures
- Identifying Trenching Hazards, Damage Prevention, and Consequences
OMAG provides regional training opportunities throughout the year to support professional development and regulatory compliance. Select courses are DEQ-accredited for renewal training.
Audits & Inspections
OMAG's Risk Management Specialists can perform audits and inspections to identify, evaluate, and assist in controlling recognized hazards that may lead to liability or workers' compensation claims.
PEOSH Inspections
OMAG's Risk Management Specialists conduct both Pre- & Post-PEOSH Inspections. Pre-inspections identify safety and health hazards in violation of current safety regulations (29 CFR 1910 and 1926), preparing the city for an actual PEOSH inspection. Post-inspections provide recommendations to mitigate or eliminate cited violations.
Facility Inspections
Focused on identifying hazards and safety regulation violations in areas such as fire prevention, equipment, machine guarding, chemical storage, and general working conditions.
Playground Inspections & Audits
Playground equipment can be a tremendous liability exposure if not installed, maintained, and inspected in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and ASTM 1487 standards. Audits are completed by a trained Risk Management Specialist to document and correct potential hazards.
Sewer Line Inspections & Audits
Sewer backup claims are one of the most frequent liability claims. OMAG offers a sewer line camera inspection to help municipalities reduce the frequency of these claims. Visit the Sanitary Sewer CCTV Grant page to apply.
SL-RAT
SL-RAT stands for Sewer Line Rapid Assessment Tool. This tool is available to OMAG municipalities at no charge.
The SL-RAT is a highly portable onsite assessment tool that quickly detects blockage conditions in gravity-fed sewers. It can provide a blockage assessment in 3 minutes or less with no flow contact.
The SL-RAT is composed of two components — the Transmitter (TX) and the Receiver (RX). The TX provides active acoustic transmission through the pipe ("yelling" down the pipe), while the RX listens for and interprets the received acoustic signal to assess blockage conditions.
Caring for Cemeteries
This course was developed to assist Oklahoma municipalities in addressing various challenges and issues cemetery caretakers might face. There is no cost to attend.
Please check the OMAG Calendar for upcoming training dates and locations.
Topics Include
- Cemetery Purposes
- Maintenance and Preservation
- Lighting
- Best Practices
- Written Guidelines
Who Should Attend
- Groundskeepers
- Clerks
- Public Works Employees
- Caretakers
- Cemetery Volunteers
- Administrators
At-Fault Vehicle Accident Scorecard
The At-Fault Vehicle Accident (AVA) Scorecard is designed to provide municipalities with a consistent, fair, and objective method for evaluating vehicle accidents. By considering all relevant factors surrounding an incident, the scorecard removes bias from the decision-making process and ensures that each case is reviewed using the same standards.
This approach creates a level playing field for determining accountability and appropriate disciplinary action. When applied consistently, the AVA Scorecard helps municipalities respond to accidents in a structured and equitable manner, ensuring that all employees are treated fairly.
In addition, the program promotes a stronger workplace culture by increasing employee awareness of the risks and consequences associated with vehicle accidents. When employees understand that incidents will be evaluated consistently and fairly, they are more likely to follow best practices, operate vehicles safely, and take accountability for their actions.
Overall, the AVA Scorecard supports better risk management, improves consistency in disciplinary decisions, and contributes to a safer and more accountable work environment.
Recommended Instructions for Use
- Apply Consistently — Use the AVA Scorecard for every vehicle accident to ensure fairness and uniformity in evaluations.
- Evaluate All Factors — Consider all aspects of the incident, including conditions, actions, and contributing circumstances, before determining fault.
- Avoid Bias — Rely on the scorecard criteria rather than personal judgment to maintain objectivity in every case.
- Follow Established Outcomes — Use the scoring results to guide disciplinary actions so that similar incidents result in similar consequences.
- Communicate Clearly — Share results and expectations with employees so they understand how decisions are made and what is expected of them.
- Reinforce Safety Culture — Use the scorecard as a training and accountability tool to encourage safe driving practices and reduce future incidents.
Program Documents — Suggested Review Order
Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) Registry
Need to find a certified playground safety professional in your area? The NRPA's CPSI Registry lets you search for inspectors with a current certification who are available for third-party employment — a valuable resource for municipalities looking to meet playground safety standards.
CPSI Registry — National Recreation and Park Association
Search the NRPA's directory to find a Certified Playground Safety Inspector near you. Filter by location to connect with qualified professionals available for inspections and audits.