OSH Yellow Book: Occupational Safety and Health Regulations Quiz

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What is one of the duties of workers as per RA 11058 and DO No. 198-18?

Registering the business with the Regional Labor Office

Ensuring that hazards are under control

Reporting work hazards in the workplace (correct)

Providing complete safe job instructions

According to Rule 1020, what is the purpose of registering a business with the Regional Labor Office?

To provide DOLE with information for enforcement activities (correct)

To ensure compliance with OSH standards

To receive lifetime insurance coverage for employees

To avail of free safety equipment for the workplace

What should workers do with safeguards and safety devices provided for their protection?

Use them properly (correct)

Avoid using them

Request additional devices

Store them in a designated area

What is a requirement for the registration of an establishment under Rule 1020?

Submission of IP Form 3 Signup and view all the answers

How long is the registration of an establishment valid for as per Rule 1020?

Valid for the lifetime of the business Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the obligations of an employer according to the text?

Compliance with OSH standards and provision of PPE Signup and view all the answers

What type of Safety Officer is required for high-risk establishments with 10 to 50 workers?

Safety Officer 2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the training requirement for Safety Officers 2 in general industries?

BOSH Signup and view all the answers

When a worker refuses to work due to the existence of imminent danger, they are exercising their right to:

Refuse unsafe work Signup and view all the answers

The OSH Standards is a set of mandatory rules on occupational safety and health which codifies all safety orders issued prior to its promulgation.

True Signup and view all the answers

According to the 'Big Idea' in the text, what is the main concern in the workplace compared to safety?

Health hazards Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea behind the existence of laws penalizing violations of occupational safety and health standards?

To ensure a safe and healthy workplace for employees Signup and view all the answers

Which law in the Philippines strengthens compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Standards and provides penalties for violations?

RA 11058 enacted on January 25, 2019 Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Yellow Book' refer to in the context of OSH standards in the Philippines?

The official document containing all safety orders prior to promulgation Signup and view all the answers

What duties do employers have according to the OSH Standards as Amended in 1989?

Offer workers a place of employment free from hazardous conditions Signup and view all the answers

Which document specifies general provisions related to occupational safety and health in the Philippines?

'BOSH Student Manual' Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of employers providing job safety instructions to workers?

To ensure employees are aware of how to work safely Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty for a repeated violation of OSH standards?

The corresponding fine plus an additional fine equivalent to 50% for every instance of repeat violation Signup and view all the answers

What is the penalty if a violation exposes a worker to death, serious injury or serious illness?

100,000 pesos Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum total daily penalty that can be imposed?

100,000 pesos Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for determining the level of risk in an establishment?

The employer Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for appointing a Safety Officer in an establishment?

The Safety Officer must be certified by the Human Resource Office Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for conducting OSH seminars for workers?

OSH seminars must be conducted on compensable time Signup and view all the answers

Which class of micro-organisms includes salmonella, listeria, E.coli, and M tuberculosis?

Bacteria Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the potential adverse health effects of biological hazards mentioned in the text?

Skin irritation and cancer Signup and view all the answers

In which type of occupational exposure are individuals at risk of encountering biological hazards like Covid-19?

Agricultural work Signup and view all the answers

Which control measure for biological hazards involves the use of ultraviolet lamps?

Improvement of ventilation Signup and view all the answers

Which micro-organism is responsible for causing giardiasis?

Protozoa Signup and view all the answers

What type of facilities are at risk due to poor sanitation and handling of pathological wastes?

Sewage and compost facilities Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Biological Hazards

Four broad classes of micro-organisms that can interact with humans are bacteria, fungi, viruses, and protozoa
Examples of hazardous biological agents include Salmonella, Listeria, E. coli, M. tuberculosis, and Trypanosoma protozoa
Adverse health effects of biological hazards include skin irritation, allergies, infections, cancer, and infectious respiratory diseases

Control Measures of Biological Hazards

Engineering controls include improving ventilation, isolating contamination sources, installing negative pressure, and using ultraviolet lamps
Administrative controls include separate ventilation and air conditioning systems, and installing physical barriers
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and personal hygiene practices are also important control measures

Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Legislation

The Philippines has enacted laws to penalize violations of occupational safety and health standards, including PD 422 (1974) and RA 11058 (2019)
OSH standards are a set of mandatory rules that codify all safety orders issued prior to their promulgation
Employers are responsible for furnishing a place of employment free from hazardous conditions and providing complete job safety instructions to all workers
Workers must report any work hazards, use safeguards and safety devices, and comply with all instructions to prevent accidents

OSH Programs and Registration

Establishments must register with the Regional Labor Office and provide information for enforcement activities
OSH programs are required for every establishment, and a Safety Officer must be appointed in every establishment
Mandatory workers' OSH seminars must be conducted on compensable time
Establishments must conduct a Hazard Analysis, Risk Assessment, and Control (HIRAC) to determine its level of risk

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