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Oakdale adopts code‑enforcement officer safety standards including pepper spray, radio access and protective gear
Summary
The council approved a code‑enforcement officer safety policy to implement requirements under state law (Senate Bill 296), including risk assessments, pepper‑spray certification, dedicated radio access with the police department and personal protective equipment for field work.
Oakdale’s City Council on Feb. 18 adopted a code‑enforcement officer safety standards policy intended to comply with Senate Bill 296 and to address risks faced by staff in enforcement work. The policy received unanimous approval.
Patrick (city staff) explained the item as a two‑part requirement under the state law: conduct a threat/hazard evaluation for code enforcement officers and adopt standards to mitigate identified risks. The standards presented to the council include issuing pepper spray to code enforcement officers (after a…
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