ADM 2337 Chapter Notes - Chapter 12: Stress Management, Safety Data Sheet, Crisis Management
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Occupational injury: any cut, fracture, sprain or amputation resulting from a workplace accident or from an exposure involving an accident in the work environment. Occupational illness: any abnormal condition or disorder, other than one resulting from an occupational injury, caused by exposure to environmental factors associated with employment. 1-duties of employers: provide hazard free workplace and comply with applicable statutes and regulations inform employees about safety and health requirements keep records of injuries report injuries and death to the workers" compensation board provide safety training. 2-duties of supervisors advise employees of potential workplace hazards ensure workers use/wear safety equipment take every reasonable precaution to guarantee safety of workers. 3- duties of joint health and safety committees both union and management representation establish nonadversial climate for creating safe and healthy workplaces. Wage loss payments if they cant earn same amount of money. Goal to return employee to work as soon as possible.