Health and Safety in the Workplace Quiz

Classroom Etiquette

• Don't make unnecessary noise
• Don't make fun of classmates when they're reciting
• Don't fall asleep during discussion
• Raise your hand if you want to say something

Activity Instructions

• Post pictures under given choices on the board
• 1 minute to finish

Learning Outcomes

• Define and differentiate safety and health correctly through oral recitation
• Identify appropriate causes of work-related accidents and injuries in the workplace through photo analysis
• Explain legal provisions of safety and health in medical, dental, and occupational areas

Causes of Work-Related Accidents and Illnesses

• Unsafe working conditions (mechanical and physical)
• Hazardous procedures in handling machinery equipment
• Unsafe acts or undesirable attitudes of employees (throwing garbage, not wearing protective gear, etc.)
• Other work-related factors (job itself, schedule)

Health, Safety, and Social Welfare Benefits (Title I)

• Safety is being protected from harm
• Health is complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or injury
• Employee safety and health programs aim to minimize absences, increase efficiency, and provide a hazard-free work environment

Medical and Dental Services (Article 156, 157)

• Employers must provide first-aid treatment, medicines, and equipment.
• Employers must train employees in first-aid.
• Employers must provide free medical and dental attendance and facilities.
• Full-time registered nurse when employee numbers exceed 50 but not more than 200 (unless the employer does not maintain a hazardous workplace)

Additional Medical and Dental Services (Article 157, 158)

• Full-time physician, dentist, and registered nurse, along with a dental clinic and infirmary or emergency hospital with a bed capacity for every 100 employees, required when the number of employees exceeds 200 but not more than 300
• Graduate first aider when no registered nurse is available.

Health Program (Article 159)

• Physician engaged by employer develops and implements a comprehensive occupational health program for the benefit of all employees

Qualifications of Health Personnel (Article 160)

• Physicians, dentists, and nurses employed by employers must have necessary training in industrial medicine and occupational safety and health.

Employer Assistance (Article 161)

• Employers have a duty to provide adequate and immediate medical and dental attendance/treatment in case of emergency

Occupational Health and Safety (Chapter II)

• Safety and health standards are set and enforced by the Secretary of Labor and Employment
• Establish programs to eliminate or reduce hazards
• Conduct continuing studies and research for developing innovative methods in occupational safety and health
• Develop programs to increase personnel competence in the field of occupational safety and industrial health

Administration of Safety and Health Laws (Article 165)

• The Department of Labor and Employment is responsible for the administration and enforcement of occupational safety laws, regulations, and standards in all workplaces

Acts Concerning Employer and Employee (Articles 178, 179)

• All revenues collected under the Title are deposited and administered properly similarly to Republic Act 1161.
• Funds not needed are accumulated in State Insurance Fund for compensation payments, use is restricted to compensation and no other purpose is allowed.

Settlement of Claims (Article 180)

• The System has exclusive jurisdiction to settle disputes concerning coverage, entitlement, benefits, collection, and payment of contributions and penalties.

Review of Decisions (Article 181)

• Decisions, orders, or resolutions of the Commission can be reviewed by certiorari by the Supreme Court within 10 days.

Enforcement of Decisions (Article 182)

• Commission decisions become final and executory if no appeal is taken within 10 days

Employer Contributions (Article 183)

• Employers pay 1% of their monthly salary credits to the System, as per regulations.
• The rate of contribution can be adjusted for risk, cost, administration, and loss requirements.

Guaranteeing Benefits (Article 184)

• The Republic of the Philippines guarantees the benefits and accepts general responsibility for the solvency of the State Insurance Fund.

Medical Benefits (Articles 185-193)

• Medical services provided immediately after injury/sickness
• System chooses or orders change of physician/hospital
• Attending physician complies with regulations and submits reports
• No compensation during unreasonable refusal to examination or treatment
• All fees and other charges are restricted

Medical Benefits (Continued)

• System establishes rehabilitation program, centers, and staff for injured/handicapped employees
• Temporary total disability benefits (90% of average daily salary credit, with minimum/maximum)
• Permanent total disability payments (monthly income benefit plus 10% for dependents, up to 5 dependents maximum, for up to 5 years)
• Permanent partial disability is paid based on the lost function/proportion to the total loss

This quiz focuses on health and safety protocols in the workplace, emphasizing classroom etiquette, causes of work-related accidents, and legal provisions regarding safety. Engage in activities that enhance your understanding of safe practices and recognize the importance of a safe working environment through photo analysis.