BU354 Lecture Notes - Lecture 14: Telecom Regulatory Authority Of India, Rishi, Reinforcement
Document Summary
Chapter 14: occupational health and safety: occupational health and safety (ohs) legislation. Based on principle of joint responsibility b/w worker and employers. Intended to minimize work-related accidents and illnesses: legislation categories: General health & safety, specific industries (i. e. mining) & specific hazards: rights & responsibilities: Employer: due diligence - they are responsible for taking every ressonable precaution to ensure the health and safety of their workers. Joint health and safety committees: provides a non-adverarial atmosphere where management and labour can work together to ensure a safe and healthy workplace. Committees are usually required to consist of b/w 2 and 12 members, at least half of whom must represent workers. Inspecting the workplace in order to identify potential health and safety hazards: evaluating the hazards. Investigating accidents: promoting measures to protect health and safety, disseminating info about health and safety laws and regulations.
