Workplace Health And Safety

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What is the primary role of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) in relation to Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS)?

To provide financial assistance to companies implementing safety measures.
To offer training programs for employees on workplace safety.
To conduct regular inspections of workplaces for safety compliance.
To issue a set of rules that mandates the adoption of appropriate safety practices. (correct)

Why is the management of health and safety in the workplace considered important?

To ensure compliance with international labor standards.
Because it protects employees and increases productivity when employees are healthy and happy. (correct)
Primarily to avoid legal penalties and fines.
To boost employee morale and reduce healthcare costs.

What are the key reasons for companies to prioritize Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS)?

Purely philanthropic reasons, to enhance the company's public image.
Legal, economic and moral reasons. (correct)
Legal reasons, to avoid government inspections and penalties.
Economic reasons, due to potential cost savings on insurance premiums.

What is the main objective of Republic Act (RA) 11058 regarding Occupational Safety and Health Standards in the Philippines?

To ensure strict implementation of Occupational Safety and Health Standards and provide penalties for violations. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does Republic Act No. 11058 aim to provide better protection for Filipino workers in the workplace?

By ensuring safer workplaces through complete safe work procedures, information dissemination, safety and health training, and protective equipment. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to OSHS, what rights do workers have regarding unsafe working conditions?

The right to refuse unsafe work, the right to report accidents, and the right to participate in the safety and health program of their employers. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a primary aim of RA 11058?

To eliminate workplace risks at the source. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS), what is the definition of a 'hazard'?

Something that can cause harm, such as electricity, chemicals, or stress. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes a 'biological hazard' in the context of workplace safety?

Viruses, bacteria, insects, and animals that can cause adverse health impacts. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a 'chemical hazard' in the workplace?

Substances that can cause harm such as skin irritation, respiratory system irritation, blindness, corrosion, and explosions. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a 'physical hazard' in the context of occupational safety?

Environmental factors like heights, noise, and radiation that can harm an employee without contact. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How would you define a 'safety hazard' in the workplace?

Unsafe working conditions such as exposed wires that might result in a tripping hazard. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What defines an 'ergonomic hazard' within occupational safety?

Hazards from physical factors that can result in musculoskeletal injuries, like a poor workstation setup. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are 'psychosocial hazards' in the context of workplace safety?

Those that can have an adverse effect on an employee's mental health or wellbeing like sexual harassment and stress. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How is 'risk' defined in the context of occupational safety and health?

The chance, high or low, that any hazard will actually cause somebody harm. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of workplace safety, what does 'risk' refer to?

The assessment of the probability that a person will be harmed or experience an adverse health effect if exposed to a hazard. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of 'risk' in an occupational setting?

A factory worker is aware of a faulty machine but continues to operate it, leading to an injury. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which best exemplifies the interplay between 'hazard' and 'risk'?

Exposed electrical wiring (hazard) combined with the likelihood of employees touching these wires (risk). (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of prioritizing health and safety in the workplace?

To protect the well-being of employers, visitors and customers. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does good health and safety management contribute to business success?

By making good business sense that may reduce costs and increase productivity. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What outcomes can be expected in a workplace that emphasizes health and safety?

Healthy and safe staff. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of a safe and healthy workplace on a company's operations?

It can lower injury/illness costs, reduce absenteeism, increase productivity and quality and raise employee morale. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of maintaining a good level of safety in the workplace?

Business sustainability. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a direct benefit of prioritizing occupational health and safety in a workplace?

Reduced marketing expenses. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario illustrates a company effectively upholding the principles of Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) to benefit its employees?

A company provides safety training to its employees and encourages them to identify and report workplace hazards. (C) Signup and view all the answers

If a workplace has a poor ventilation system, resulting in workers experiencing respiratory problems, which type of hazard would this be classified as?

Physical hazard. (A) Signup and view all the answers

A software company implements a policy that requires employees to work overtime frequently, leading to increased stress levels and burnout. Which type of hazard would this be classified as under Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS)?

Psychosocial hazard. (B) Signup and view all the answers

On a construction site, workers are exposed to loud machinery, causing some to experience hearing loss over time. Which type of hazard is most likely the primary cause of this issue?

Physical hazard. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In an agricultural setting, farmworkers are frequently exposed to pesticides without appropriate protective gear. Which type of hazard is this exposure primarily classified as?

Chemical Hazard. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In a hospital, healthcare workers are at risk of contracting infectious diseases from patients. Which type of hazard is most directly associated with this risk?

Biological hazards. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following workplace scenarios best exemplifies an ergonomic hazard?

Repetitive tasks performed without proper breaks, leading to carpal tunnel syndrome among data entry clerks. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How can the Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) directly impact workplace safety?

By protecting workers from possible accident and health cases. (A) Signup and view all the answers

If regular machine maintenance is not performed, what is the likely outcome?

A high risk of accidents and injuries. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does OSHS influence job satisfaction among employees?

Through improved mental and physical well-being. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What are OSHS?

A set of rules issued by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) that mandates appropriate workplace practices.

Why manage workplace health and safety?

Protecting employees, increasing productivity, and fostering a healthy and happy work environment.