5 Questions
Which industry is the focus of the Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) concerns mentioned in the text?
Construction
Who is primarily at risk of injury in the construction industry according to the text?
Family breadwinners
What is the purpose of the revised legislation introduced by the Department of Labour (DoL)?
To reduce the number of incidents in the sector
What is a scary aspect mentioned in the text regarding Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)?
The unpredictability of who will be hurt or killed next
What principles are applied to the South African legislative framework regarding health and safety compliance?
Self-regulation
Study Notes
Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) in the Construction Industry
- The construction industry is the focus of OH&S concerns
- Workers in the construction industry are primarily at risk of injury
- The revised legislation introduced by the Department of Labour (DoL) aims to improve health and safety compliance
- A scary aspect of OH&S is that construction workers are at high risk of injury and death
- The South African legislative framework regarding health and safety compliance is guided by the principles of accountability, participatory governance, and social responsibility
Test your knowledge of Construction Health and Safety with this quiz. Learn about the importance of Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) in the construction industry and how it affects the well-being of workers. Find out how to prevent injuries and promote a safe working environment.
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