By adoption of the following health and safety regulations the board of trustees of Spokane Colleges expresses its firm commitment to the safety and health of its students and employees. The board further recognizes the importance of students and employees developing safe work habits, particularly in the areas of equipment and machinery operation, and in the handling of potentially hazardous chemical substances. This chapter shall apply to all students, college employees, and visitors and shall pertain to all campuses and sites under the direct or indirect control of the district.