BU354 Chapter Notes -Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, Safety Data Sheet, Occupational Safety And Health
Document Summary
The strategic importance of occupational health & safety investment in disability management and proactive wellness programs create measurable bottom-line returns. According to the association of workers" compensation boards of canada, in 2007 there were 1055 deaths and 317 524 injuries resulting from accidents at work; on average 3 deaths. On april 28 each year, a day of mourning is observed for canadian workers killed or injured on the job. Basic facts about occupational health & safety legislation. Ohs legislation: laws intended to protect the health and safety of workers by minimizing work-related accidents and illnesses. Evaluate hazards implement solutions investigating employee complaints, accident investigation, promoting measures to protect health and safety, dissemination of information. Material safety data sheets (msds) to outline potential hazardous ingredients and procedures for safe handling. Employee training to ensure employees can identify whmis symbols, read whmis supplier and workplace labels, and read and apply the information on an msds.
