31 Questions
What is the construction site described as in the introduction?
Noisy and hazardous
What contributes persistently to high accident rates in the construction industry?
Poor safety practices
What are employees easily exposed to on construction sites?
Toxic agents mainly from underground work
What can easily accumulate on construction sites, posing hazards?
Debris
What can drilling and excavation work cause on construction sites?
Accidental fires or explosions
What has happened to the statistic on permanent disablement cases in the construction sector from 1991 to 1993?
Risen from 190 to 305 cases
What is the main aim of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994?
To promote an occupational environment adapted to physiological and psychological needs
Who is responsible for enforcing the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994?
Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)
What is the role of the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health?
To advise on governmental policy related to workplace safety
Which group is required by legislation to comply with safety and health regulations?
Employers with more than 5 employees
What is the duty of an occupier of a place of work according to Section 18 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994?
To ensure the safety and health of persons other than his employees
Who does the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) ensure practice safe and healthy work culture?
Employers, self-employed persons, manufacturers, designers, importers, suppliers, and employees
What power does the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health have?
Power to do all things expedient or reasonably necessary for carrying out the objects of the Act
Who does the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 protect according to Section 18?
Persons at a place of work other than persons at work
What is one of the aims of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994?
"To secure the safety, health, and welfare of persons at work against risks to safety or health"
"Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) will also formulate and review legislation, policies, guidelines, and codes of practice pertaining to occupational safety, health, and welfare as a basis in ensuring safety and health at work." This statement best aligns with which aspect of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994?
Promotion of a safe and healthy work environment through regulations and guidelines
What is a common hazard faced by employees at construction sites, as mentioned in the text?
Exposure to toxic substances like paints and asbestos
What has happened to the statistic on permanent disablement cases in the construction sector from 1991 to 1993?
It has decreased to 290 cases
What is a potential consequence of drilling and excavation work at construction sites?
Accumulation of debris and fire hazards
Why is construction described as a hazardous workplace in the introduction?
Rising accident rates and fatalities
What contributes persistently to high accident rates in the construction industry?
Exposure to loud noise and toxic substances
What indicates that something needs to be done about safety on construction sites?
Rising accident rates and fatalities
What is the main aim of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)?
To enforce safe and healthy work practices
What is the duty of an occupier of a place of work according to Section 18 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994?
To ensure the safety of persons other than his employees at the workplace
What does the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 aim to secure?
The safety, health, and welfare of persons at work against risks to safety or health
Who enforces the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994?
The Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)
According to Section 15 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994, who does the act define the general duties for?
Employers and self-employed persons
What does the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health have power to do?
To do all things expedient or reasonably necessary for carrying out the objects of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994
Who is required by legislation to comply with safety and health regulations?
All employers with more than 5 employees
What is one of the aims of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)?
To secure the safety, health, and welfare of persons at work against risks to safety or health
What is the role of the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) according to the text?
To ensure through enforcement and promotional works that employers always practice safe and healthy work culture
Study Notes
Construction Site Hazards
- The construction site is described as a hazardous workplace due to the presence of various hazards, including falling objects, moving vehicles, and excavations.
Factors Contributing to High Accident Rates
- Persistent factors contributing to high accident rates in the construction industry include the presence of hazardous materials, equipment, and vehicles, as well as drilling and excavation work.
Employee Exposure
- Employees on construction sites are easily exposed to hazardous materials, equipment, and vehicles.
Hazards on Construction Sites
- Hazards that can easily accumulate on construction sites, posing risks to employees, include dust, debris, and other substances.
Drilling and Excavation Hazards
- Drilling and excavation work on construction sites can cause landslides, subsidence, and other hazards.
Permanent Disablement Cases
- The statistic on permanent disablement cases in the construction sector showed an increase from 1991 to 1993.
Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994
- The main aim of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 is to secure the safety and health of employees at work.
- The act is enforced by the Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH).
- The National Council for Occupational Safety and Health has the power to advise the Minister on matters related to occupational safety and health.
Employer Responsibilities
- Employers are required by legislation to comply with safety and health regulations.
- The duty of an occupier of a place of work, according to Section 18 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994, is to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for employees.
Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)
- The Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) ensures that employees and employers practice safe and healthy work cultures.
- The Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) formulates and reviews legislation, policies, guidelines, and codes of practice related to occupational safety, health, and welfare.
Protected Groups
- The Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 protects employees at work, according to Section 18.
Aim of the Act
- One of the aims of the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 is to promote a safe and healthy work environment.
National Council for Occupational Safety and Health
- The National Council for Occupational Safety and Health has the power to advise the Minister on matters related to occupational safety and health.
Legislation Compliance
- Employers are required by legislation to comply with safety and health regulations.
Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) Role
- The Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) ensures that employees and employers practice safe and healthy work cultures, and formulates and reviews legislation, policies, guidelines, and codes of practice related to occupational safety, health, and welfare.
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