MGMT 2430 Study Guide - Final Guide: Occupational Safety And Health, Due Diligence, Substance Abuse
30 Apr 2018
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Chapter 14: Occupational Health and Safety
Questions:
1. What is the strategic importance of occupational health and safety.
• Investment in disability and wellness programs create bottom line
returns
• Workplace accidents can be prevented
2. Describe the basic facts about occupational health and safety legislation.
What legislation is relevant?
• Based on principle of joint responsibility between workers and
employers
• Intended to minimize work related accidents and illnesses
• Laws fall into three categories
o General health and safety rules
o Rules for specific industries ex. Mining
o Rules related to specific hazards ex. asbestos
3. What are the responsibilities and rights of employers and employees re
OH&S?
• Employer responsibilities
o Take every precaution to ensure the health and safety of
workers
▪ Due diligence
o Filing government accident reports
o Maintaining records
o Ensuring safety rules are enforced
o Posting safety notices and legislative information
• Employees Responsibilities and rights
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