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What must the safety and health program include to ensure compliance with OSH requirements?
Who is responsible for preparing and executing the safety and health program?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a component of the safety and health program?
What is involved in the safety and health program regarding emergencies?
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How should the approved safety and health program be communicated to workers?
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What kind of workplace policy must the safety and health program advocate?
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Which of the following is a component related to health management in the safety and health program?
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What does the safety and health program require concerning personal protective equipment (PPE)?
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Who serves as the Chairperson of the Safety and Health Committee?
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What is one of the main responsibilities of a safety officer?
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Which individuals are included as members of the Occupational Safety and Health Committee if applicable?
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How should the number of safety officers relate to the workplace?
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What is required from workplaces regarding occupational health personnel?
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What must happen when a safety officer identifies a serious safety issue?
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If the workers are unorganized, how are their representatives chosen for the Safety and Health Committee?
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In the case of contractors or subcontractors, what is required regarding safety officers?
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What is the maximum administrative fine for an employer who willfully fails to comply with OSH standards?
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Which act is NOT considered a prohibited act under the OSH standards?
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What action can be classified as retaliatory measures according to the prohibited acts?
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What is the purpose of the fines collected under the OSH compliance acts?
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Which of the following is a consequence of obstructing an investigation related to OSH standards?
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What is presumed about an employer when a work stoppage order is issued due to imminent danger?
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What determines the setting and enforcement of mandatory OSH standards by the Secretary of Labor and Employment?
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Which of the following industries is specifically mentioned as needing safe and healthy working conditions?
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What kind of penalties can be imposed on employers for non-compliance with OSH standards?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a part of the incentives for employers to comply with OSH standards?
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What is required for the Secretary of Labor and Employment to update existing safety programs?
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What constitutes willful failure by an employer regarding OSH standards?
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What triggers the imposition of the maximum daily fine for OSH violations?
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What authority does the Secretary of Labor and Employment have regarding non-compliance with safety standards?
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What can the Secretary of Labor and Employment do when non-compliance poses imminent danger to workers?
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What should happen to wages during work stoppage due to the employer's violation?
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Which procedure outlines the inspection and compliance notification process?
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Who is allowed to conduct industrial safety inspections in coordination with the DOLE?
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What must no entity do in relation to the Secretary's orders?
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Which of the following is NOT a power of the Secretary of Labor and Employment?
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What could impede the effectiveness of the Secretary's orders?
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Study Notes
Occupational Safety and Health Program
- Covered workplaces must implement a comprehensive safety and health program with policies, guidelines, and information.
- Key elements of the program include a commitment to comply with OSH requirements, maintaining a drug-free workplace, and outlining health risk controls including those for HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and hepatitis.
- The program should detail company or project specifics, committee composition, and roles, along with promoting safety training and health education.
- Toolbox meetings are essential for ongoing safety discussions and involvement.
- Procedures for accident investigation and reporting must be established, along with proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and safety signage.
- Waste management systems and emergency preparedness plans must be outlined.
- The program, developed in consultation with workers, is subject to approval by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE).
Occupational Safety and Health Committee
- Safety and Health Committees are required to enforce safety programs, comprised of an employer representative as Chairperson and a Safety Officer as Secretary.
- Includes health professionals (physicians, nurses) as members and representatives from workers' unions or elected by the workforce.
- Responsible for planning, monitoring implementation, and reviewing safety practices.
Safety Officer Responsibilities
- Safety Officers oversee safety programs, conduct regular inspections, and assist government inspectors during evaluations.
- Authorized to issue work stoppage orders in case of safety threats.
- The quantity and qualifications of safety officers must align with workforce size and operational risks.
Occupational Health Personnel and Facilities
- Essential to have qualified health personnel (e.g., physicians, nurses, first-aiders) along with necessary medical supplies and facilities.
Visitorial Power of the Secretary of Labor and Employment
- The Secretary of Labor has the authority to enforce OSH standards and conduct spot audits to ensure compliance.
- Obstruction of the Secretary’s orders, including delays or impeding inspections, is prohibited.
- Work stoppage or department suspension may occur due to non-compliance posing imminent health risks.
Payment of Workers’ Income During Work Stoppage
- Employers are obligated to pay wages during work stoppages caused by imminent danger attributed to employer negligence or fault.
- The employer is presumed at fault in cases leading to safety-related work stoppage orders.
Standards Setting Power of the Secretary of Labor and Employment
- The Secretary, through consultation, establishes and enforces mandatory OSH standards tailored to employee numbers, business types, and associated risks.
- Initiatives to update and create new safety programs, especially for hazardous industries, are endorsed.
Incentives to Employers
- A package of incentives aimed at promoting compliance to OSH standards may include training, protective equipment, and recognitions.
Prohibited Acts
- Non-compliance or negligence regarding OSH standards can result in administrative fines up to Php100,000 per day until violations are resolved.
- Additional fines for acts that assist in concealing non-compliance or retaliatory actions against workers voicing safety concerns.
- The fines collected will fund OSH initiatives, education, and training programs.
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This quiz covers key elements of an Occupational Safety and Health program, including compliance with OSH requirements, health risk controls, and safety training. It emphasizes the importance of committee roles, PPE usage, and emergency preparedness. Learn how to implement an effective safety and health program in the workplace.
