Human Resources

SAFETY & HEALTH MISSION STATEMENT

The HR Safety & Health Division is totally dedicated to protecting the health and safety of the employees of the City of High Point.  We promote a cultural environment of shared responsibility to effectively identify and eliminate unsafe conditions and minimize the impact of hazardous situations.  This is realized by adherence to basic safety principles, sound management practices, and compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.  The safety, health and wellness of our employees are our main priority. 

SAFETY & HEALTH STAFF

Debbie Meurs, Safety & Health Director  336-883-3262
Responsible for the management of the City of High Point occupational safety and health programs.

Jill Simons, Occupational Health Nurse  336-883-3263
Provides occupational and non-occupational health and wellness programs and services to City employees.

Vacant, Occupational Health Nurse
Coordinates the management of worker's compensation claims.

Leslie Martin, Medical Support  336-883-3264
Provides technical and clerical assistance to the Occupational Health Nurses and the Safety & Health Director.

Michelle White, Wellness Coordinator  336-822-4785
Coordinates employee wellness program.

Jim Gwyn, Safety Officer  336-822-4785

Provides professional and administrative work in the development and administration of the Public Services Department safety programs.

SAFETY

The City provides Personal Protective Equipment to protect employees assigned to positions whose job functions or work area exposures require the use of PPE according to applicable policies, procedures, rules, regulations and standards.

WELLNESS

The City of High Point offers a number of wellness programs to employees.  The primary focus of the programs is on weight management, nutrition, physical activity, prescription drug compliance, tobacco cessation and dental preventative care.  Also offered are employee health fairs, on-site mobile mammogram screening, and flu vaccinations.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

This program provides personal, substance abuse, and financial counseling to city employees and eligible family members.  Family Services of the Piedmont is our EAP provider and can be reached at 336-889-6161 or for additional information, you may access the EAP website:  www.fspcares.org.

SAFETY & HEALTH LOCATION

The Safety & Health Clinic is located in the Municipal Operations Center:

816 East Green Street
High Point, NC  27260

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WALK-IN HOURS

7:30am-9:00am (Monday thru Friday)

1:30pm-2:00pm (Monday thru Thursday)