MHR 711 Chapter Notes - Chapter 9: Occupational Safety And Health, Systems Design, Absenteeism
16 Dec 2015
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Introduction: workers of all ages, experience levels and job types do experience safety incidents at work. Studies show that these incidents can be decreased by providing employees with occupational health and safety training to avoid hazards from happening. Small amount of employees at work actually receive training, a larger number of individuals do not receive any occupational health and safety training, leading to incidents and accidents. The role of occupational health and safety training. Three basic rights pertaining to the health and safety while at work that applies to all. Training plays a major role for fulfilling and protecting the three basic rights of employees. In addition, training is not always the best alternative to use for occupational health and safety intervention. Training is most suited for situations where an employee lacks (gaps) certain skills or knowledge to perform the job adequately and safely. Otherwise, supplementary interventions should be applied to overcome dilemmas.
