ADMS 2600 Chapter Notes - Chapter 12: Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, Occupational Injury, Occupational Safety And Health
28 Jan 2016
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Occupational health and safety is regulated by the federal, provincial and territorial governments. 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 injury: any abnormal condition or disorder, other than one resulting from an occupational injury, caused by exposure to environmental factors associated with employment. (can be acute or chronic) The fundamental duty of every employer is to take every reasonable precaution to ensure the employee safety. Providing a hazard-free workplace and complying with the applicable statues and regulations, employers must also inform their employees about safety and health requirements. In all jurisdictions, employers are required to report to the workers" compensation board all accidents that cause injuries and diseases. Employers must provide safety training and be prepared to discipline employees for failing to comply with safety rules.
