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What is the MOST direct benefit of implementing an occupational health and safety (OHS) management system for a company?

  • Increased market share due to improved public image.
  • Simplified accounting processes and reduced tax liabilities.
  • Improved efficiency and productivity, due to reduced employee absenteeism. (correct)
  • Enhanced employee skill sets through mandatory safety training programs.

    • A company is considering implementing an OHS. Which outcome aligns with its purpose?

  • To ensure all employees work overtime to meet deadlines.
  • To minimize company expenses by reducing safety equipment costs.
  • To create a secure and healthy environment where workers can perform their duties safely. (correct)
  • To increase production quotas, regardless of employee well-being.

    • What is the MOST immediate advantage gained from a well-designed workplace safety system?

  • Increasing eligibility for government subsidies and grants.
  • Improving relationships with local community organizations.
  • Reducing risks to employee health and well-being. (correct)
  • Gaining a competitive edge in the stock market.

    • Why is systematically identifying hazards important for risk reduction?

    <p>It allows hazards to be addressed before they cause harm, reducing overall risk. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios exemplifies a clear and easily identifiable workplace hazard?

    <p>A worn-out electrical cord with exposed wiring. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to employee well-being, what else does a workplace safety system protect?

    <p>The company's equipment, resources, and customers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a company benefit when it addresses potential safety concerns before they escalate into hazards?

    <p>The team remains safe from harm. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During a safety audit, several issues are noted. Which should be addressed FIRST to minimize risk effectively?

    <p>Repairing a faulty emergency exit light in a frequently used hallway. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most likely outcome when employers and employees collaborate on safety and health activities in the workplace?

    <p>A decrease in workplace Occupational Injury and Illness Rate (OIIR). (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the main categories of accident causes?

    <p>Personal/behavioral, work environmental issues, and work organizational issues. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a hazard related to workplace conditions?

    <p>A technician cutting their hand with a grinder due to equipment malfunction. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most direct consequence of neglecting neck pain caused by prolonged awkward postures at work?

    <p>Treatment for musculoskeletal disorder. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary deficiency indicated by accidents attributed to a 'lack of awareness'?

    <p>Limited understanding of risks and safety protocols. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key difference between a 'hazard' and a 'risk' in the context of workplace safety?

    <p>A hazard is a potential source of harm, while a risk is the likelihood and severity of that harm occurring. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is LEAST likely to be addressed by an effective Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) policy?

    <p>Determining employee salaries and benefits. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do labor unions and occupational safety and health committees play in the workplace Occupational Injury and Illness Rate (OIIR)?

    <p>They can reduce the OIIR by promoting safety and health activities. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a workplace accident occurs due to mechanical failure and lack of supervision, which aspect should be prioritized to prevent similar incidents in the future?

    <p>Implementing more rigorous equipment maintenance and safety protocols. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the likely impact of a company culture that does not prioritize safety?

    <p>Higher rates of employee turnover and workplace incidents. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the provided data, what general trend can be observed regarding industrial accidents in relation to NIOSH training between 1998 and 2008?

    <p>Industrial accidents generally decreased, with NIOSH training potentially contributing to this decline. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary benefit of implementing an OSH (Occupational Safety and Health) policy in a business?

    <p>Mitigating hazards and reducing the risk of accidents and injuries. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a company aims to proactively reduce workplace injuries, which of the following actions would be most effective, based on the information provided?

    <p>Implementing a comprehensive OSH policy focused on hazard identification and mitigation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred from the data regarding the importance of OSH turning points in Japan from 1953-2007?

    <p>OSH turning points were crucial in improving workplace safety and reducing fatalities. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of maintaining a safe working environment, why is it important to 'link all these principals' as mentioned?

    <p>To establish a cohesive and integrated approach to safety management. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A company notices a spike in near-miss incidents. How should the company respond as its first action, based on the principles of OSH?

    <p>Investigate the near-misses to identify underlying hazards and prevent future accidents. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a business owner is hesitant to invest in OSH, which of the following arguments would be the MOST compelling from a business perspective?

    <p>OSH can reduce risks and accidents, leading to decreased costs associated with injuries and liabilities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Considering long-term workplace safety, which strategy would be most sustainable for a company?

    <p>Establishing a culture of continuous improvement in safety practices. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might cultural differences impact the implementation of OSH strategies in a multinational corporation?

    <p>Cultural norms may influence risk perception and safety behavior, requiring tailored OSH approaches. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)

    Programs designed to create a safe and healthy work environment for employees.

    Workplace Hazards

    Potential sources of harm that can cause injury or illness at work.

    Benefits of OHS Management System

    Includes improved productivity, reduced absenteeism, and lower insurance costs.

    Employee Absenteeism Reduction

    Fewer employees missing work due to illness or injury thanks to OHS practices.

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    Legal Compliance in OHS

    Adherence to laws and regulations regarding workplace safety.

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    Importance of Safety Policies

    Safety policies help identify and mitigate risks to employee health and safety.

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    Systematic Hazard Identification

    A method to identify hazards to reduce risks effectively in the workplace.

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    Advantages of a Safety Policy

    Maintains a safe working environment and protects resources and employees.

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    Work-Related Accident

    An incident that results in injury or damage during work activities.

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    Musculoskeletal Disorder

    Injuries affecting muscles, bones, and joints often due to repetitive strain or awkward postures.

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    Age and Accident Risk

    Older or younger workers may have differing accident risks due to experience and awareness.

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    Environmental Hazards

    Conditions in the workspace that pose risks to employees' safety and health.

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    Importance of Training

    Essential for preventing workplace accidents and ensuring employee safety.

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    Neck Pain in Workers

    Common issue for workers seated for long hours in awkward positions.

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    Awareness and Safety

    Understanding risks and safety practices crucial to preventing accidents at work.

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    Behavioral Causes of Accidents

    Unsafe actions or choices made by employees that increase accident likelihood.

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    OSHA Policy Importance

    Policies that outline safety protocols and ensure compliance in the workplace.

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    Employer and Employee Cooperation

    Collaboration between management and workers enhances workplace safety.

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    OSH Personnel Training

    Training provided to personnel for enhancing occupational safety and health skills.

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    Occurrence of Occupational Accidents

    The frequency of accidents occurring in the workplace.

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    NIOSH

    National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, responsible for research and recommendations on workplace safety.

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    Risk Reduction

    The practice of identifying and minimizing hazards to prevent workplace accidents.

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    OSH Policy Benefits

    Advantages gained from implementing occupational safety and health policies at work.

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    Work-related Fatalities

    Deaths resulting from incidents that occur during the course of employment.

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    Industrial Accident Statistics

    Data capturing the incidence and frequency of accidents in industrial settings.

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    Hazard Mitigation

    Strategies to reduce the impact of hazards in the workplace.

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    OHS Turnaround

    Improvements or changes in occupational health and safety over a period.

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    Personnel Accidents vs Training

    The relationship analyzed between frequency of accidents and amount of trained personnel.

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    Study Notes

    Benefits of an Effective OSH Management System and Policy

    • An effective OSH management system and policy reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.
    • It leads to improved efficiency and productivity as fewer employees miss work due to illness or injury.
    • The accident involved a technician working with different mechanical equipment.
    • While performing grinding work, the grinder malfunctioned and cut the right hand.
    • The injury resulted in damage to the small bones in the right hand.

    MSDS

    • The incident involved an entrepreneur making paper baskets.
    • The worker held awkward postures for a long period.
    • Neck pain resulted from the repeated postures.
    • Musculoskeletal disorder treatment was required.

    Industrial Accidents in 2013

    • 1390 non-fatal accidents were reported.
    • 80 fatal accidents occurred.
    • This data was collected from the Department of Labour, Sri Lanka
    • A table displays the number of fatal and total accidents for the years 2008-2018.
    • Data from the Industrial Safety Division

    Causes of Occupational Accidents and Injuries in Construction Industry

    • A table presents the percentage of accidents caused by factors like lack of awareness (and experience), machine defects, lack of personal protection equipment, unsafe environment, and lack of continuous training.
    • The analysis is based on age groups.
    • The data analysis suggests that age plays a role in contributing to workplace accidents.

    Age Group 21-43

    • Accidents in the 21-43 age group were primarily caused by lack of awareness, lack of training, lack of supervision, mechanical errors, and unsafe environments.

    Types of Accident Based on Age and Years Experience

    • Several tables show different types of accidents categorized by age group and years of experience.
    • Includes categories like falling from height, machinery incidents, falling objects, electric shocks and others.
    • Different percentages of accidents related to different categories are documented.

    Types of Injury Based on Age

    • A third table classifies workplace injuries by age category.
    • It includes common injuries like contusion/bruising, amputation, sunstroke, burns, and others.
    • The table displays the percentage of each injury type.

    Types of Accident Based on Years of Experience

    • A table detailing types of accidents categorized by years of experience in the workplace.
    • This data includes falls, equipment incidents, electric shocks.
    • Percentages of accident type by years of experience.

    Causes of Accidents Based on Years of Experience

    • Various tables showing the causes of accidents in the workplace based on years of employment experience.
    • Common causes include, lack of awareness, machines defects, lack of personal protection equipment, unsafe environments, and lack of continuous training.
    • Data breakdown of accident causes is presented.

    Causes of Accidents Based on Education

    • This data illustrates the correlation between education levels and work-related accidents.
    • The table shows that different education levels have different accident causes.

    Types of Accident Based on Education

    • This table displays accident types in relation to education level.
    • It shows various accident types by education level such as falling from heights, electrical shocks.
    • Includes percentages of accidents for each type by education levels.

    Causes of Accidents Based on Years of Experience

    • A table displaying the relationship between accident causes and years of experience.
    • Factors like lack of awareness, machine defects, lack of equipment and unsafe environment.

    Different Causes for Accidents (Based on Factors)

    • The text points out causes of work-related accidents in the workplace by age, experience, education, and workplace conditions.
    • Includes categories like machinery malfunction and workplace conditions.

    Causes of Accidents (Hierarchy)

    • A hierarchical structure illustrating various causes of workplace incidents.
    • These factors include work-place issues, work organization, and personal behaviors.

    Organizational Cultures

    • The text highlights different types of organizational cultures like Clan, Adhocracy, Market, and Hierarchy cultures.
    • Each culture is explained in terms of its characteristics and objectives.

    Identifying Your Type of Safety Culture

    • This section discusses four different safety cultures: Generative, Proactive, Calculative, Reactive, and Pathological.
    • Each culture is defined by specific attributes related to safety measures and procedures.

    Workplace Hazards and the Hierarchy of Control

    • This section introduces the hierarchy of control, a method for controlling hazards in a systematic way.
    • It includes levels like elimination, substitution, isolation, engineering controls, administrative controls and personal protective equipment (PPE).

    An Empirical Analysis on Labor Unions and Occupational Safety and Health Committees

    • The analysis explores the relationship between labor union activity, OSH Committees, and workplace injuries and illnesses.
    • The analysis found a positive correlation between the activities of these bodies and a reduction in workplace injuries and illnesses in work environments.

    Occupational Safety is Everyone's Business

    • This part emphasizes the shared responsibility for occupational safety among all employees, management levels and immediate supervisors.

    Lessons Learned

    • This section showcases data on the occurrence of occupational accidents and the number of trained OSH personnel in Malaysia.
    • Statistical trends in accidents by years of data.
    • Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) personnel training trends over time correlate with work-related accidents.
    • A graph illustrating the relationship between key moments in safety legislation (and regulation) and the rate of workplace-related fatalities in Japan from the mid-1950s to 2007.
    • This graph displays milestones associated with the increase and decrease in work-related fatalities.

    Accident Statistics in Construction Industry

    • Data on accident statistics in the construction industry in Hong Kong.
    • The development of safety culture led to a decrease in accidents recorded (1986 – 2013).

    PDCA Cycle

    • The presentation includes a graphic representing the PDCA cycle.
    • This is a continuous improvement model encompassing plan, do, check, and act stages for processes.

    Benefits of OSH Policy

    • Implementing an OSH policy can lead to fewer accidents and injuries, resulting in improved productivity and efficiency in the workplace.

    Benefits of an Occupational Health and Safety Management System

    • The text highlights ten benefits of having a comprehensive occupational health and safety management system in place in the workplace.
    • Ten benefits are documented

    Importance of Occupational Health and Safety Policies

    • The primary goal of OHS policies is to create healthy and safe workplaces.
    • Effective OHS policies provide a framework for workers to operate in an environment free of major hazards.

    Advantages of Safety Policy

    • Implementing a safety policy is beneficial because it reduces risks to employees, equipment, resources and customers; creating a safety culture.

    H&S Policy Sections

    • The suggested framework for an effective occupational health and safety (H&S) policy includes three sections: General Statement of Intent, Responsibility, and Practical Arrangements.
    • The general and specific points and procedures of each section.

    Promoting Safety Culture

    • A company's safety policy can foster a safety culture by:
    • It provides direction to address safety issues.
    • Fosters safety at the workplace.
    • Provides a means of clear responsibilities.

    ISO 45001 Clauses

    • This presents a detailed breakdown of ISO 45001 standards.
    • It includes clauses on factors like context, leadership, planning, support, operation, performance evaluation and improvement.
    • The order of clauses in the model follows the PDCA (plan-do-check-act) cycle.

    Workplace Hazard Identification

    • It is about finding what could harm during a job.
    • It is the first step in risk assessment.
    • The suggested methodology involves identifying hazards in the workplace through observations and documentation.

    Hazard Identification Strategies

    • Discusses methods for identifying workplace hazards.
    • Includes structured methods like safety committee recommendations, safety audits, and incident investigations.

    Hazard Management

    • It details a step-by-step approach to managing workplace hazards.
    • It includes sections like hazard identification, ranking hazards by severity, identifying control measures, and evaluating those measures.
    • It addresses how to implement additional control measures and how to ensure effectiveness

    Risk Management

    • It displays a graphic illustrating the risk management process.

    Hierarchy of Controls

    • This graphic shows how to prioritize controlling workplace risks.
    • It shows the hierarchy from elimination (the most effective) to personal protective equipment (the least effective).

    Noise Considerations

    • This section touches on the concept of noise in the workplace as a potentially hazardous aspect.
    • It considers the level (dB) of different noises encountered in different settings (both on-the-job and off-the-job), noting that noise at high levels even on a short-term basis could result in permanent hearing damage or impairment.
    • It describes the various factors that may affect (the rate and degree of) noise exposure.
    • Describes the human auditory system components; providing the technical pathway for how noise is detected and processed by the anatomy.
    • Notes how some animals have greater hearing frequencies than humans

    How to design good questions for safety inspections

    • Techniques for creating proper questions to identify safety and health hazards.
    • Should be specific, closed-ended, and focused on observable conditions, not abstract elements like the effectiveness of the management system.
    • Gives specific examples of good question types focused on visual inspection, equipment and process-related issues.

    Elements/Areas to be Covered During Safety Inspections

    • A list of items/areas to be included in a health and safety (H&S) inspection.
    • This includes equipment, processes, materials, buildings, procedures, employee behaviors, and work environments.

    Health and Safety Inspections - Purpose

    • The purpose of health and safety inspections is to assess the concerns of workers, understand jobs and tasks, identify existing hazards, monitor hazard controls, and understand changes in the workplace.

    Who Should Conduct Safety Inspections?

    • This outlines various personnel who possess a role or responsibility regarding conducting a workplace safety inspection.
    • The roles could be safety representatives, supervisors, senior management, committee members, and employee representatives

    Frequency of Safety Inspections

    • Determining the appropriate frequency for health and safety inspections.
    • Different frequency factors might need consideration for various scenarios and process complexities.

    Preparing for Safety Inspections

    • Discusses essential steps for preparation before an inspection.
    • It includes understanding the plant layout, reviewing process risks, gathering and preparing safety inspection check-lists, identifying necessary equipment.

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