§ 1-41-105 — Powers and duties of risk manager

(a) Except as otherwise provided in subsection (b) of this
section, the risk manager shall:
(i) Administer the self-insurance account;
(ii) Implement and administer a loss prevention
program for the purpose of reducing risks, accidents and losses;
(iii) Administer, supervise and manage the
investigation and adjustment and settlement of claims covered by
this act, including subrogation and restitution claims filed on
behalf of the state self-insurance account;
(iv) Provide legal services for the defense of claims
covered by this act through the attorney general or through
private attorneys approved by the attorney general;
(v) Approve and supervise persons who may contract
with the state to provide services;
(vi) Procure insurance, including comprehensive
professional liability coverage for all peace officers,
consistent with market availability;
(vii) Prepare a budget based upon economically and
actuarially sound principles, which will maintain a reasonable
and adequate surplus to meet estimated payments for contracts,
services, claims and expenses;
(viii) Purchase loss prevention, actuarial and other
professional services as required; and
(ix) Adopt rules governing the administration of the
state's self-insurance account and loss prevention program and
to carry out the purposes of this act.
(b) If the risk manager determines it is economically
feasible he may contract with any private firm or firms to
provide any administrative or other services deemed necessary
under this act.