Industrial Safety and Health Controls

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Who is legally responsible for providing a safe and healthy workplace?

The Workers

The Union

The Employer (correct)

OSHA

What is a right that workers have in Bangladesh?

A minimum wage of $10 per hour

A guaranteed promotion

A safe and healthy job (correct)

A 4-day work week

Are immigrant workers protected by workplace safety laws?

Only if they have a green card

Only if they have been in the country for 5 years

No, they have no legal protection

Yes, they have the same rights as citizen workers (correct)

Can workers call in the government to inspect a workplace for hazards?

Yes, they have the right to do so Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of engineering controls in a workplace?

To reduce the risk of injury or illness Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of administrative controls?

Changing labor practices to reduce exposure Signup and view all the answers

What is the least effective control method?

Personal protective equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a control method that eliminates a hazard?

Using paint that does not contain lead-based pigments Signup and view all the answers

What is a legal right that workers have regarding their job?

To refuse to do unsafe or unhealthful job tasks Signup and view all the answers

What must employers do regarding the chemicals workers use?

Train employees how to work safely with chemicals Signup and view all the answers

What can happen to a worker who requests a safety inspection from the government?

They will be protected from retaliation under the law Signup and view all the answers

Why is it more effective for workers to complain about an unsafe working environment as a group?

Because a group complaint gets more attention Signup and view all the answers

What type of organization can represent workers anonymously if they are fearful of retaliation?

Worker Center Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Worker Centers?

To advocate for workers' rights on many employment issues Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of filing an OSHA complaint through a Worker Center?

It allows the worker to remain anonymous Signup and view all the answers

What is ISO 45001?

A management system for occupational health and safety Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the National Policy on Occupational Safety and Health?

To prevent workers from being killed or seriously harmed at work Signup and view all the answers

Who has the responsibility to provide a safe workplace?

The Employer Signup and view all the answers

What should employers do first to eliminate or reduce hazards?

Make changes in working conditions Signup and view all the answers

What can workers do if they believe their employer is not following OSHA standards?

File a complaint to have OSHA inspect their workplace Signup and view all the answers

What is the key labour legislation that sets Occupational Safety and Health standards?

Bangladesh Labour Act (2006) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

To set and enforce protective workplace safety and health standards Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of OSHA regarding employers and hazards?

To require employers to try to eliminate or reduce hazards Signup and view all the answers

What right do workers have according to the Bangladesh Labour Act (2006)?

The right to a safe workplace Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Eliminating Hazards

Using paint that does not contain lead-based pigments can eliminate carbon monoxide in a warehouse

Engineering Controls

Examples: machine guards, backup alarms, guardrails, covers, slip-resistant surfaces, and using machines to move heavy objects instead of carrying them
These controls can change the work environment to reduce hazards

Administrative Controls

Changing labor practices, such as assigning multiple workers to a task to reduce exposure to hazards
Examples: instead of one employee exposed to a hazard for eight hours, four workers could work for two hours each

Least Effective Control: PPE

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes respirators, eye goggles, gloves, knee pads, hard hats, steel-toed shoes, and harnesses
PPE is the last resort to protect workers when other controls are not possible

Workers' Legal Rights

Workers in Bangladesh have a legal right to a safe and healthy job
Workers are protected by workplace safety laws, regardless of immigration status
Employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthy workplace
Workers can call in government inspectors to investigate hazardous workplaces and do not have to give their name
Workers have the right to refuse to do unsafe or unhealthful job tasks
Workers have the right to know about the chemicals they work with and to receive training on safe handling procedures

OSHA and Worker Centers

OSHA gives employees the right to complain about an unsafe working environment
Complaining as a group can be more effective than individual complaints
Worker Centers can represent employees anonymously and file OSHA complaints on their behalf
Unions can also represent employees in workplace safety matters

ISO 45001 and Occupational Safety & Health

ISO 45001 is an international standard for occupational health and safety (OHS) management systems
The National Policy on Occupational Safety and Health was formulated and adopted in 2013 to prevent workplace injuries and fatalities
The Bangladesh Labour Act (2006) sets occupational safety and health standards and provides compensation for workplace injuries and accidents
The Act created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to set and enforce protective workplace safety and health standards

Employer Responsibilities

Employers are responsible for providing a safe workplace and must correct safety and health problems
Employers must provide a workplace that does not have serious hazards and must follow all relevant OSHA safety and health standards
Employers must try to eliminate or reduce hazards first by making changes in working conditions rather than relying on personal protective equipment (PPE)

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Learn about the different controls used to eliminate hazards in the workplace, including engineering controls and administrative controls.