SECTION 260:70-1-1. Purpose

(a)   In order to accomplish the objectives contemplated for the Risk Management Program under 74 O.S. Section 85.58a et seq., it will be necessary to establish an on-going relationship between each state agency covered by the act and the Risk Management Department of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services, as well as with any other covered entity.

(b)   State agencies and other covered entities which do not presently maintain any Risk Management Program will be directed and instructed to establish a program. Existing programs must be standardized to the extent necessary for their consolidation and administration by the Risk Management Department. Reporting, investigation, adjustment, settlement and litigation of claims must be standardized. Effective means for monitoring and improving agency performance in these areas must be found. These requirements suggest the need for criteria, standards, guidelines, and reporting procedures to govern these activities. Chapter 70 of Title 260 will provide some of the resources.

[Source: Added at 31 Ok Reg 1467, eff 9-12-14]