LBST-2106EL Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Safety Data Sheet, Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
27 Dec 2015
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Who are the responsible parties in ohs? (3 groups: government, employers, employees. To ensure that injured workers received compensation and that employers accepted liability. To prevent accidents and illnesses by establishing safe work environment. Federal government has created the canadian centre for oh&s (ccohs) as a vital h&s research and resource organization. (provides h&s information to any worker who requests it: employers. Prepare a written oh&s policy and for ensuring that it is obviously displayed in the workplace. Provide and maintain equipment, materials, and protective devices. Ensure that the manner in which the work is performed is safe and that the environment is free from hazards and serious risks. Monitor workplace and report minor, critical, disabling, and fatal injuries, as well as occupational illnesses and toxic substances (maintain records of these occurrences for many years) Establish h&s committees with strong employee representation; alert employees to any known or perceived risks and hazards in the workplace.
