MHR 523 Study Guide - Final Guide: Safety Data Sheet, Personal Protective Equipment, Vicarious Liability
17 Nov 2016
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Investment in disability and wellness programs create bottom line returns. In 2007 there were 1055 deaths and 317 524 injuries resulting from accidents at work. Assumption of risk: prominent legal doctrine until early 20th century. Modern health and safety programs recognize that enhancing ohs required cooperation among multiple stakeholders. Worker"s compensation: workplace safety and insurance act (wsia) Take every precaution to ensure the health and safety of workers (due diligence) Ensure that workers comply with occupational health and safety regulations. Safety minded managers must aim to instil in their workers the desire to work safely. Take reasonable care to protect their own health and safety, and that of coworkers. Includes wearing protective clothing and equipment and reporting contravention of the law. Basic right: to know about workplace safety hazards, to participate in the ohs process, to refuse unsafe work. All workers require the right to participate through the jhsc.
