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Questions and Answers
Employers are not required to have qualified occupational health personnel in the workplace.
Employers are not required to have qualified occupational health personnel in the workplace.
False (B)
Employers must offer medical services and facilities to their workers.
Employers must offer medical services and facilities to their workers.
True (A)
Employers are obliged to establish a hospital within the workplace.
Employers are obliged to establish a hospital within the workplace.
False (B)
The employer must have a written contract with a hospital for emergency treatment if a hospital is within a five-kilometer radius.
The employer must have a written contract with a hospital for emergency treatment if a hospital is within a five-kilometer radius.
Employers are exempt from submitting safety and health reports to DOLE.
Employers are exempt from submitting safety and health reports to DOLE.
The annual medical report (AMR) is not required to be submitted to DOLE.
The annual medical report (AMR) is not required to be submitted to DOLE.
The employer is not required to maintain a first aid treatment room on-site.
The employer is not required to maintain a first aid treatment room on-site.
Full-time (FT) health personnel are necessary regardless of the total workforce in the workplace.
Full-time (FT) health personnel are necessary regardless of the total workforce in the workplace.
Employers must provide readily available transportation facilities for workers in case of emergencies.
Employers must provide readily available transportation facilities for workers in case of emergencies.
Contractors or subcontractors are not required to submit safety and health reports to DOLE.
Contractors or subcontractors are not required to submit safety and health reports to DOLE.
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OSH Program Purpose
OSH Program Purpose
Ensures workplace safety & health compliance with regulations.
DOLE Guidelines
DOLE Guidelines
Department of Labor and Employment's rules for OSH programs.
OSH Program Display
OSH Program Display
Showing the OSH program visibly in the workplace.
Small Business OSH Program
Small Business OSH Program
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High-Risk OSH Program
High-Risk OSH Program
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OSH Committee
OSH Committee
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Safety Officer Responsibilities
Safety Officer Responsibilities
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Safety Officer Qualifications
Safety Officer Qualifications
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OSH Program Updates
OSH Program Updates
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Contractor Safety Officer
Contractor Safety Officer
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Study Notes
OSH Program Overview
- Regulatory framework established under RA 11058 to ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) standards.
- Outlines company procedures, accountability, and consequences for breaches.
OSH Program Requirements
- Employers must create and execute an OSH program following the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) guidelines.
- Programs must be prominently displayed in the workplace.
Components of the OSH Program
- Must include commitment to OSH compliance, safety hazard identification, and medical surveillance for occupational diseases.
- Critical health domain promotions include a drug-free workplace, mental health services, and healthy lifestyle initiatives.
- Prevention measures for health domains like HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Hepatitis B are required.
- Detailed company/project information, OSH committee composition, and OSH personnel must be documented.
- Safety training, education, and the provision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are necessary.
Differentiated Requirements Based on Risk Level
- For businesses with fewer than ten employees: OSH program includes basic safety measures, with employer's signature validation.
- Medium to high-risk businesses (10-50 employees): Enhanced OSH programs featuring work permit systems and emergency preparedness plans.
- For establishments with over 51 employees: More comprehensive guidelines addressing dust control, emergency response, and penalties for violations.
Joint Coordinating Committee
- Comprised of a chairperson, safety officer, and worker representatives, including union members if present.
- Responsible for submitting organizational plans and meeting minutes to DOLE Regional offices.
Safety Officer Responsibilities
- Trained individuals assigned to ensure compliance with the OSH program, oversee safety operations, and assist in inspections.
- Must regularly conduct inspections, monitor health and safety conditions, and can issue Work Stoppage Orders if necessary.
Safety Officer Qualifications
- Quantity and qualifications dictated by workforce size, workplace classification, and OSH standards.
- Mandatory DOLE-BOSH training and ongoing education required for effective role fulfillment.
- Contractors necessitate at least one dedicated safety officer in each operational area.
Implementation of OSH Program
- Collaboration with workers and representatives to ensure comprehensive input and compliance.
- OSH programs must be regularly updated and submitted to relevant DOLE offices for approval.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the OSH Program under Republic Act 11058, which sets regulations to ensure company procedures align with Occupational Safety and Health standards. Learn about accountability, consequences for breaches, and the format specified by the Department of Labor.
