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Which one of the following best defines Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
Recognition, assessment, and control of hazards associated with the work environment
What is the core goal of OHS programs?
To reduce occupational injury and illness
Why should employers, employees, and the public care about OHS?
To ensure the health and safety of individuals in the workplace
Which one of the following is an example of indirect costs of occupational injuries and illnesses?
Workers compensation rates
What is the measure of prudence expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?
Due diligence
Who has a responsibility to learn about and enact safety and health practices according to the text?
Employees
What is one of the barriers to occupational health and safety mentioned in the text?
Employers who focus on safety only when they feel they must
What are the direct costs of occupational injury and illness?
Medical care and investigation costs
What are the indirect costs of occupational injury and illness?
Hidden or soft costs
What is the measure of prudence to be expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?
Due diligence
Who has a responsibility to learn about and enact safety and health practices?
Employees
Which stakeholder is responsible for preparing a written OHS policy and displaying it prominently in the workplace?
Employers
Which stakeholder is responsible for performing duties and tasks in a safe and responsible manner?
Employees
Which stakeholder is responsible for taking part in the joint OHS committee?
Organized labour
What is one of the commonly perceived barriers to OHS mentioned in the text?
Employers who value production over safety
What is the role of partnerships in overcoming barriers to OHS programs?
Partnerships among stakeholders can help overcome barriers to OHS programs
Why is OHS often managed under human resource functions in organizations?
Because it is integrated in other human resource functions
Which one of the following best describes the definition of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
The recognition, assessment, and control of hazards associated with the work environment
What is the definition of a hazard in the context of OHS?
Any source of potential adverse health effect on or damage to something or someone at work
What is the core goal of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs?
To reduce occupational injuries and illnesses
What is the definition of occupational injury?
A wound or damage to the body resulting from unintentional or intentional exposure to energy or absence of essential elements
What is the definition of occupational illness?
Any abnormal condition or disorder caused by exposure to environmental factors associated with employment
Who are the stakeholders of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
Employers, employees, and the public
What are the imperatives of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
To protect the health and safety of employees
What is one of the barriers to Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) mentioned in the text?
Lack of awareness and training
What is the role of HR and Management in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
To ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies
What is the measure of prudence expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?
Due diligence
Which stakeholder is responsible for reporting defective equipment and other workplace hazards to safety professional, joint health and safety committee, or manager?
Employees
What is the role of organized labour in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
To use collective bargaining process to incorporate health and safety provisions in many contracts
What is the primary reason why OHS is often managed under human resource functions in organizations?
It is integrated in other human resource functions
Which one of the following is NOT a barrier to OHS mentioned in the text?
Employers who are well-informed about safety concerns
What is the role of partnerships in overcoming barriers to OHS programs?
Partnerships help form effective OHS programs
Which one of the following best describes the definition of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
The law provides legal rights to safe workplaces for every worker
What is the measure of prudence to be expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?
Due diligence
What is the primary goal of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) programs?
To provide safe workplaces for every worker
Which stakeholder is responsible for preparing a written OHS policy and displaying it prominently in the workplace?
Employers
What is one of the key stakeholders in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
Government Legislation
Which one of the following is NOT a core goal of OHS programs?
Increasing workplace productivity
Who is responsible for preparing a written OHS policy and displaying it prominently in the workplace?
Employers
What is one of the commonly perceived barriers to OHS mentioned in the text?
High cost of implementing safety measures
What is the role of HR and Management in OHS?
Promoting employee engagement in safety
What is the definition of a hazard in the context of OHS?
Any source of potential adverse health effect on or damage or harm to something or someone under certain conditions at work
What are the direct costs of occupational injury and illness?
Medical treatment expenses and compensation for lost wages
What is one of the indirect costs of occupational injuries and illnesses?
Reduced productivity
What is the measure of prudence expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?
Standard of care
Who has a responsibility to learn about and enact safety and health practices?
Employees
What is the definition of occupational illness?
Any abnormal condition or disorder caused by exposure to environmental factors associated with employment
Which one of the following best describes the definition of OHS?
Recognition, assessment, and control of hazards associated with the work environment
What is the core goal of OHS programs?
To reduce occupational injury and illness
Who are the stakeholders of OHS?
Employers, employees, and the public
What is one of the barriers to OHS mentioned in the text?
Lack of awareness and training
What is the role of HR and Management in OHS?
To ensure compliance with OHS regulations
What is the definition of a hazard in the context of OHS?
Any source of potential adverse health effect on or damage or harm to something or someone under certain conditions at work
What is one of the imperatives of OHS?
Ensuring employee well-being
What is the definition of occupational injury?
A wound or damage to the body resulting from unintentional or intentional acute exposure to energy or from the acute absence of essential elements caused by a specific event, incident, or series of events within a single workday or shift
What is the measure of prudence expected from a reasonable and prudent person under the circumstances?
To act with caution and take reasonable steps to prevent harm
Why should employers, employees, and the public care about OHS?
To protect the health and safety of workers
Which one of the following is NOT a responsibility of employers in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
Taking part in the joint OHS committee
Which one of the following stakeholders is responsible for bringing emerging problems and issues in health and safety to the attention of government and employers?
Organized labour
Which one of the following is an example of an indirect cost of occupational injuries and illnesses?
Workers' compensation rates
Which one of the following stakeholders is responsible for conducting knowledge sharing and research in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
Workers' compensation boards
Which one of the following is a commonly perceived barrier to OHS programs?
Employers who are uninformed or lack confidence about safety concerns
Which one of the following stakeholders is responsible for taking part in the joint OHS committee?
Organized labour
Which one of the following best describes the role of partnerships in overcoming barriers to OHS programs?
Partnerships among stakeholders can help overcome barriers to OHS programs
Which one of the following is the primary reason why OHS is often managed under human resource functions in organizations?
To integrate safety into other HR functions
Which one of the following best defines Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
The management of workplace health and safety
Which one of the following is an example of a direct cost of occupational injuries and illnesses?
Health plans
Which one of the following is NOT an element included in all OHS legislation?
The right of workers to refuse unsafe work
Which one of the following is NOT a duty or responsibility assigned to employers and others in OHS legislation?
Reporting workplace hazards
Which one of the following is NOT a mandatory component of OHS programming outlined in OHS acts?
General duty provision
Which one of the following is NOT a duty of employers in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
Appoint a competent supervisor
Which one of the following is a duty of the Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC)?
Ensuring workers report hazards to a supervisor
Which one of the following is a key feature of effective Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC)?
Being empowered in their work
Which one of the following best describes the role of workers' compensation in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
Workers' compensation provides financial support to workers who are injured or become ill on the job.
What is the purpose of guidelines and policies in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
Guidelines and policies provide more specific rules that are not legally enforceable.
What is the definition of an Act in the context of Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)?
An Act is a federal, provincial, or territorial law that constitutes the basic regulatory mechanism for OHS.
Which two goals are the main focus of Workers' Comp programs?
Provide services to prevent injuries and reduce psychological impact of injuries
What is the formula for calculating injury frequency ratio?
Frequency = (number of injuries / total hours worked) x 200,000
What is the formula for calculating injury severity ratio?
Severity = (number of days lost to injuries / total hours worked) x 200,000
According to the text, what is the formula to calculate the injury severity?
(Total days lost / 600,000) * 200,000
According to the text, what is the purpose of the experience rating incident insurance premium pricing scheme?
To consider the cost experience of employers
According to the text, what information must employers report to the WCB regarding workplace injuries?
Nature of employment relationship, employee's salary and hours of work, nature of incident and injury, extent of time loss and medical treatment
According to the text, what are the consequences of noncompliance with the act in relation to workplace injuries?
Both A and B
According to the text, who needs to provide information to the WCB in order to process a claim when a worker is injured?
Employer, employee, and physician
Which one of the following best describes the purpose of workers' compensation?
To give stability to employees
Which one of the following best describes the "no-fault" system in workers' compensation?
The employee or organization is not at fault for anything
Which one of the following best describes the calculation method for compensation rates in workers' compensation?
Based on a percentage of average earnings
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