MHR 405 Study Guide - Final Guide: Repetitive Strain Injury, Severance Package, Wrongful Dismissal
5 Feb 2016
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Identify the roles, responsibilities/rights of employers, employees, oh&s. Committees; discuss the various programs within the oh& s legislation: Whmis, violence and harassment in the workplace; discuss hazard identification and the causes of accidents & prevention as well as the major health issues and how they can be managed (chapter 14) Employer responsibilities: take every precaution (filing reports, maintain records, enforce rules, keeping everyone informed) Employee rights: to know about hazards, to participate in ohs process, to refuse unsafe work. Whmis workplace hazardous materials information system: control of toxic substances, three components: label hazardous material containers, material safety data sheets, employee training. Human rights laws prohibit forms of harassment and bullying / employers may be liable for neglecting/not responding to violent acts. Ohs challenges: substance abuse, job related stress, repetitive strain injuries, workplace toxins, smoking, viral pandemic, violence at work. Prevent accidents: reduce unsafe conditions (design better, remove physical hazards, ensure safety precautions are taken)
