CEM 304-CE4154: Local Government Authority
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What does the acronym COSH stand for in the title of this document?

Construction Occupational Safety and Health

According to the document, who has the primary responsibility for administering and enforcing occupational safety and health laws in all workplaces?

  • Local governments
  • The Secretary
  • Chartered cities
  • The Department (correct)

    • The document states that local governments are always responsible for enforcing occupational safety and health laws.

    False

    What specific type of law enforcement does Rule 1980 outline in section 1981. (2)?

    <p>Electrical Engineering Law Enforcement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two types of inspection defined in section 1981.01?

    <p>Technical Safety Inspection and General Safety Inspection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the document governing this set of standards?

    <p>Occupational Safety and Health Standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Department is prohibited from delegating enforcement of these standards to chartered cities.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chartered cities that wish to take on responsibility for technical safety inspection must submit a ______ to the Secretary.

    <p>request</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following items required in a City Service Plan with their descriptions:

    <p>Copy of the city ordinance or other appropriate authority enabling the city to establish and operate a safety service adequate for the purpose of technical safety inspection = A plan containing: a. A description of the safety service as organized, including its organizational structure, statement of functions, name and qualifications of each personnel, tools and equipment available, and where the service shall be organizationally attached = A plan containing: b. An undertaking that the safety standards established by the Department including rules, standards and orders shall be complied with in the conduct of the activities of the service = A plan containing: c. The number of establishments to be covered by inspection activities of the service = A plan containing: d. An undertaking that the reports required by said standards, rules and orders shall be submitted to the Department = A plan containing: e.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What minimum requirement does the document specify for personnel in a safety service?

    <p>At least one professional mechanical or electrical engineer for the first five hundred inspectionable units, and one registered mechanical or electrical engineer or master electrician for every additional five hundred inspectionable units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the document, what are some of the tools and facilities that a city safety service should be equipped with?

    <p>Depth gauge, micrometer, inside and outside caliper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A city applying for authority to conduct technical safety inspection is not required to make their facilities and cooperation available for investigations.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Approval of a City Service Plan by the Secretary automatically guarantees a city's authority to conduct technical safety inspections.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the length of time in which the authority delegated to chartered cities remains effective?

    <p>Duration of Authority</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Secretary is responsible for conducting periodic evaluations of chartered cities' performance in accordance with the plan as approved.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the assistance provided by the Department to any City Safety Service?

    <p>To support the performance of the safety service's safety functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A municipality that desires to assume authority for technical safety inspection must follow the same procedures outlined in section 1982.01.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Secretary cannot authorize other government agencies to conduct technical safety inspections.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to all plans and authorities granted prior to this Standards' approval?

    <p>They remain in full force for one year from the date this Standards takes effect, and then must be revised to conform with this Standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Secretary is permitted to conduct similar inspection activities in an area where a delegation of authority has been granted.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specific instance where the annual inspection fee is only paid once a year, regardless of the location of the inspectionable unit within the fee year?

    <p>In the case of mobile inspectionable units, such as portable boilers, pressure vessels, and other similar units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What specific law code and its amendment number are referenced in the document concerning penal provisions?

    <p>The Labor Code, Presidential Decree 442</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long after its approval does this Standards come into effect?

    <p>Fifteen days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rule 1980 Authority of Local Government

    • Module 6: Covers the authority of local government
    • CEM 304-CE4154: Construction Occupational Safety and Health course
    • 1981: General Provisions (1): The Department is solely responsible for occupational safety and health laws in all workplaces. Local governments can enforce standards, following specific guidelines.

    1981: General Provisions (2)

    • Electrical Engineering Law Enforcement: The Department or authorized engineers enforce electrical installation, operation, tending, and maintenance laws. Construction plans are reviewed and inspected. Permits are issued if plans meet standards.

    1981.01: Types of Inspection

    • Technical Safety Inspection: Inspections focus on the safety of boilers, pressure vessels, internal combustion engines, electrical installations, elevators, hoisting equipment, and other mechanical equipment.
    • General Safety Inspection: Focuses on the work environment including machinery location/operation, workspace adequacy, ventilation, lighting, work environment conditions, handling, storage procedures, protection facilities, safety and health hazards in the workplace.

    1982: Authority to Chartered Cities

    • The Department can delegate enforcement of standards to chartered cities, subject to certain conditions. Cities can conduct technical safety inspections of workplaces.

    1982.01: City Service Plan

    • (1) A Plan Containing:
      • Copy of city ordinance/authority enabling city for safety service operation.
      • Description of safety service (organization, structure, functions, personnel qualifications, tools, equipment, location of service).
    • (1) A Plan Containing (cont.):
      • An undertaking on complying with safety standards(rules, standards and orders) by the City service's activities.
      • The number of establishments to be covered by inspection activities.
      • An undertaking on submitting required reports according to standards, rules, and orders to the Department.

    1982.02: Processing and Approval of Request

    • The Bureau investigates the city's ability to conduct technical safety inspections, considering facilities, cooperation, and adhering to standards..
    • Approval is granted if the Secretary is satisfied with the city's safety service plan according to standards. Otherwise the steps to meet the prescribed requirements are outlined.

    1982.04: Duration of Authority

    • Authority granted to cities will be valid.
    • Authority may be revoked for failing to follow rules, standards, or the approved plan. The city safety service must adhere to department standards, rules, and regulations.

    1982.05: Evaluation of Performance

    • The Secretary or their representative periodically verifies the city's safety service compliance, including checks on tools, equipment, and inspectionable units.

    1982.06 Assistance to City Safety Service

    • The Department assists city safety services with any safety issues. Agencies should actively work to solve conflicting or overlapping issues.

    1983: Authority of Municipalities

    • Municipalities following the procedure outlined in 1982.01 can obtain authority to conduct technical safety inspections. A procedure is provided to allow municipalities to pursue such authority.

    1984: Authority of Other Government Agencies

    • The Secretary is empowered to grant authority to other relevant government agencies to perform technical safety inspections. Agencies must follow the outlined rules for applications.

    1985: Application of this Standards to Existing Plans and Authorities

    • Plans and authorities granted before the standards’ approval remain valid.
    • After one year, these plans/authorities must be revised to match the new standards.

    1986: Duplication of Inspection

    • If a delegation of authority is given, safety inspections in the delegated area should not be conducted again. The exception is in cases of audits, to ensure compliance.
    • For mobile inspectionable units (e.g. portable boilers, pressure vessels), inspections should only be conducted annually.

    1990: Final Provisions

    • 1991: False Statement or Representation: Any false statements or reports in fulfilling standards implementation are prohibited.
    • 1992: Separability: If any part of this Rule is considered invalid due to a specific circumstance or application, the rest of the rule will not be affected.
    • 1993: Resolution of Conflicts and Overlapping Jurisdictions: Conflicts or overlaps with other government agency rules are handled through coordinated resolution.
    • 1994: Repeal of Prior Safety Orders: Any safety rules, standards, or orders incompatible with these current standards are revoked .

    1995: Penal Provisions

    • Violations of the Standards are subject to penalties outlined in the Labor Code.

    1996: Effectiveness

    • The Standards take effect 15 days after approval.

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    This quiz explores the authority of local governments as it pertains to occupational safety and health laws. It encompasses various inspections and the enforcement of electrical engineering regulations as part of the Construction Occupational Safety and Health course. Test your knowledge on local governance and its roles in ensuring workplace safety.

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