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What is a recommended action for a company to take in the event of a major business disruption?
What is a recommended action for a company to take in the event of a major business disruption?
What percentage of companies is estimated to never reopen after a major disaster?
What percentage of companies is estimated to never reopen after a major disaster?
Which of the following is crucial for ensuring an effective business continuity plan?
Which of the following is crucial for ensuring an effective business continuity plan?
What should companies do to help all employees understand their business continuity plan?
What should companies do to help all employees understand their business continuity plan?
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Which of the following actions should not be taken when developing a business continuity plan?
Which of the following actions should not be taken when developing a business continuity plan?
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What is the primary purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
What is the primary purpose of the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
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Which organization is responsible for enforcing the standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
Which organization is responsible for enforcing the standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
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When enforcing its standards, what approach does OSHA primarily use during inspections?
When enforcing its standards, what approach does OSHA primarily use during inspections?
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
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Which of the following contributes NOT to accidents in the workplace?
Which of the following contributes NOT to accidents in the workplace?
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What is the first line of defense for reducing unsafe conditions in the workplace?
What is the first line of defense for reducing unsafe conditions in the workplace?
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What cause of accidents is primarily beyond management’s control?
What cause of accidents is primarily beyond management’s control?
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Which of the following is an important aspect of preventing accidents at work?
Which of the following is an important aspect of preventing accidents at work?
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What is the primary reason why safety is considered important in the workplace?
What is the primary reason why safety is considered important in the workplace?
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Which of the following best describes a supervisor's role in safety management?
Which of the following best describes a supervisor's role in safety management?
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How many workers died at work in the U.S. as reported in the content?
How many workers died at work in the U.S. as reported in the content?
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Which organization is primarily associated with safety law in workplaces?
Which organization is primarily associated with safety law in workplaces?
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What might be a crucial element of a basic security program?
What might be a crucial element of a basic security program?
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Which of the following is NOT a way to prevent accidents at work according to the objectives outlined?
Which of the following is NOT a way to prevent accidents at work according to the objectives outlined?
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What is a significant statistic about occupational injuries and illnesses in the U.S.?
What is a significant statistic about occupational injuries and illnesses in the U.S.?
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Which of the following is considered a workplace health hazard?
Which of the following is considered a workplace health hazard?
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What is one method used to reduce unsafe acts in the workplace?
What is one method used to reduce unsafe acts in the workplace?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of fostering a culture of safety?
Which of the following is NOT a component of fostering a culture of safety?
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What role does employee engagement play in workplace safety according to Milliken & Company?
What role does employee engagement play in workplace safety according to Milliken & Company?
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What should a comprehensive safety policy include?
What should a comprehensive safety policy include?
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Which of the following workplace health hazards involves managing air quality?
Which of the following workplace health hazards involves managing air quality?
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What approach is suggested for addressing substance abuse in the workplace?
What approach is suggested for addressing substance abuse in the workplace?
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Which of the following is a strategy to improve workplace health hazards?
Which of the following is a strategy to improve workplace health hazards?
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What is a key result of ineffective communication regarding workplace hazards?
What is a key result of ineffective communication regarding workplace hazards?
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Which of the following is an internal risk that can be managed in the workplace?
Which of the following is an internal risk that can be managed in the workplace?
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What is a primary goal of establishing a zero-tolerance policy toward workplace violence?
What is a primary goal of establishing a zero-tolerance policy toward workplace violence?
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Which of the following factors can contribute to stress in the workplace?
Which of the following factors can contribute to stress in the workplace?
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What is a recommended method for analyzing the current level of risk in a workplace security program?
What is a recommended method for analyzing the current level of risk in a workplace security program?
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Which of the following is necessary for effective cyber security in a workplace?
Which of the following is necessary for effective cyber security in a workplace?
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What is a common human consequence of job-related stress?
What is a common human consequence of job-related stress?
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Which of the following is NOT part of mechanical security systems?
Which of the following is NOT part of mechanical security systems?
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What role do ergonomic interventions play in workplace health?
What role do ergonomic interventions play in workplace health?
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Study Notes
Human Resource Management: Chapter 16 - Safety, Health, and Risk Management
- Chapter Objectives: Covering the supervisor's role in safety, basic safety laws and OSHA, accident causes, accident prevention methods, employee engagement in safety, workplace health hazards, prerequisites for a security plan, and establishing a basic security program.
Learning Objectives (1 of 2)
- 16.1: Explain the supervisor's role in safety.
- 16.2: Explain the basic facts about safety law and OSHA.
- 16.3: Answer the question, "What causes accidents?".
Learning Objectives (2 of 2)
- 16.4: List and explain five ways to prevent accidents at work.
- 16.5: Describe how one company uses employee engagement to improve workplace safety.
- 16.6: List five workplace health hazards and how to deal with them.
- 16.7: Discuss the prerequisites for a security plan and how to set up a basic security program.
Introduction: Safety and the Manager
- Importance of Safety: 5,190 U.S. workers died at work, and 2.9 million experienced occupational injuries or illnesses. Safety affects costs and profits.
Top Management's Role in Safety
- Management Attitude: Crucial in accident prevention.
- Supervisor's Role: Daily walk-throughs of the workplace.
Learning Objective 16.2: Explain the Basic Facts About Safety Law and OSHA
- Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Focuses on safe and healthy working conditions.
- OSHA Function: Enforce the act and set standards.
- Record Keeping: Crucial for tracking occupational injuries and illnesses.
What Accidents Must Be Reported?
- OSHA Reporting Requirements: Detailed flowchart outlining reporting procedures for different types of accidents based on their severity and potential impact (e.g., fatality, hospitalization, amputation).
Inspections and Citations
- OSHA Enforcement: Inspections, prioritization ("worst first"), and follow-up actions including citations and penalties for violations of safety standards.
- Employee resistance to safety protocols
Responsibilities and Rights of Employers and Employees
- Employers: Responsible for a safe work environment, understanding and following OSHA standards, examining conditions for risk.
- Employees: Right to a safe workplace free from hazards and participate without fear of punishment; resistance.
Learning Objective 16.3: Answer the Question, "What Causes Accidents?"
- Chance Occurrences: Accidents beyond management's control.
- Unsafe Conditions: Factors like safety schedules, workplace climate.
- Unsafe Acts: Employee behavior that can lead to accidents.
How to Prevent Accidents: Reducing Unsafe Conditions
- Job Hazard Analysis: An approach to identifying and controlling potential hazards within specific jobs.
- Operational Safety Reviews: Regularly assessing tasks to control safety hazards.
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Essential in protecting against safety risks.
How to Prevent Accidents: Reducing Unsafe Acts
- Screening: Identifying employees with potential unsafe behaviors.
- Training: Providing instruction to prevent unsafe acts.
- Incentives and Positive Reinforcement: Motivating the workforce towards safe behavior.
Reducing Unsafe Acts: Fostering a Culture of Safety
- Supportive Environment: A safe and respectful work environment important to prevent unsafe acts.
- Specific Loss Control Goals: Setting explicit goals for improving safety.
- Behavior-Based and Safety Awareness Programs: Implementation of programs focusing on safe protocols and practices.
- Employee Participation: Involvement from workers in safety procedures and practices.
Learning Objective 16.5: Describe How One Company Uses Employee Engagement to Improve Workplace Safety
- Milliken & Company: Example of a company that employs employee engagement to improve their workplace safety. Their "Involvement-Based Employee Engagement" program is described.
Learning Objective 16.6: List Five Workplace Health Hazards and How to Deal with Them
- Chemicals and Industrial Hygiene: Recognizing, evaluating, and controlling chemical hazards.
- Asbestos Exposure: Addressing asbestos exposure in the workplace.
- Ergonomic Problems
- Repetitive Motion Disorders: Managing musculoskeletal stress injuries
- Sitting: Understanding the negative health effects of sitting and minimizing the negatives.
- Infectious Diseases: Proactive measures to limit contamination.
- Workplace Smoking: Implementing bans and policies to encourage reduced exposure.
Learning Objective 16.7: Discuss the Prerequisites for a Security Plan and How to Set up a Basic Security Program
- Occupational Security and Risk Management: Defining workplace security within enterprise risk management.
- Risk Levels: Understanding external, strategy, and internal risks.
- Implementing a Basic Security Program: Starting with analyzing risks, installing mechanical systems, and setting up procedures
- Protective Measures: Establishing and implementing policies and measures to secure the workplace.
Terrorism and Cyber Security
- Terrorism: Protecting employees and physical assets.
- Cyber Security: Emphasizing data security as everyone's responsibility, encrypting data, and monitoring systems.
Business Continuity and Emergency Plans
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Catastrophe Recovery: The high rate of business closures after major calamities.
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Developing a plan: Details on creating a company response plan.
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Identifying Responsibilities: Establishing accountability.
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Employee Awareness: Insuring all employees understand the plan.
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Employee Training: Regular training for employee preparedness and plan effectiveness.
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Note: Additional information on trends shaping HR, involving digital and social media, such as Twitter notifications, and providing a chapter review are given for completeness.
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This quiz focuses on Chapter 16 of Human Resource Management, which delves into safety, health, and risk management in the workplace. It covers the supervisor's role, basic safety laws, accident prevention methods, and workplace health hazards. Participants will also explore employee engagement tactics and the essentials of creating a security plan.
