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JHSC members must complete a Health and Safety Representative Educational Program as specified in the OHS Act.
False
Health and safety representatives are appointed by the employer in workplaces with fewer than 20 employees.
False
The name of the health and safety representative must be posted in a prominent place at the workplace.
True
New employees do not need basic information about the company's JHSC.
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Workplaces with 5 to 19 employees are mandated to have a JHSC.
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JHSC members may engage in health and safety activities similar to those performed by health and safety representatives.
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JHSC meetings occur infrequently and have no fixed schedule.
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Workers can bring forward agenda items to the JHSC during meetings.
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New employees should avoid meeting with committee members to ask questions about the JHSC's role and responsibilities.
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The OHS Act outlines responsibilities only for employers, not employees.
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Employees are required to comply with workplace legislation and their company's internal policies and procedures.
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The concept of due diligence places the responsibility solely on employees for workplace health and safety.
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All New Brunswick employees have the same legal responsibilities outlined in the OHS Act.
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Employees should participate in horseplay while performing their jobs as it fosters a cooperative workplace.
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Employees should seek clarity or training if they do not understand legal standards.
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An employer is defined as a person who employs one or more employees or has authority over another.
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Employees must report unsafe conditions immediately to their supervisor.
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It is solely the employer's responsibility to ensure that personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn by employees.
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Employees are encouraged to guess how to complete tasks if they are unclear about a workplace process.
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The Right to Know includes receiving training to identify workplace hazards.
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Employees are required to inform their supervisor if PPE is sub-standard or not provided.
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Employees can refuse to cooperate with WorkSafeNB's health and safety officers.
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Employees have no responsibility to communicate if they are unsure about their tasks.
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Emergency procedures must be communicated to employees as part of their rights.
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Employers are required to provide contact information for all employees, regardless of their work environment.
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A Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) must be formed if a company has 10 or more employees.
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Emergency contact information includes police, fire, and poison control numbers.
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Field staff working in high-risk environments do not require employer contact information.
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The JHSC is responsible for enforcing health and safety regulations in the workplace.
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Employers only need to provide the company's address to employees and not any direct contact numbers.
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Monthly meetings held by the JHSC are aimed at enhancing workplace health and safety culture.
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Contact information for administrative staff is not considered necessary for new employees.
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A municipal corporation is considered an employer under the WC Act.
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Employers are not required to inform their workers about the process of reporting accidents.
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Workers under the WC Act include only those engaged in manual labor.
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A member of a municipal volunteer fire brigade is considered a worker under the WC Act.
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Employers are obligated to help injured workers find modified employment after an injury.
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A person must seek medical treatment immediately after an accident, regardless of the circumstances.
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An emergency services worker is not classified as a worker under the WC Act.
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Employers must pay assessment premiums if they have three or more workers.
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Study Notes
Employer Contact Information
- Employers are legally required to provide employees with easy access to contact information for emergencies.
- Contact information should include names, phone numbers, email addresses, and department information for supervisors, managers, and administrative staff.
- Additionally, include numbers for security, reception, emergency after-hours, toll-free lines, and other relevant departments.
- Company address, fax numbers, and roadside assistance information for field staff should also be provided.
- Emergency contact information for services like fire, hazard response, hospital, police, ambulance, and poison control is crucial.
Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC)
- Employers with 20 or more employees are required to form a JHSC.
- JHSCs are advisory committees that promote a strong health and safety culture.
- They meet regularly to review health and safety issues and make recommendations.
- JHSC members are trained to analyze health and safety information and assess the effectiveness of workplace safety systems.
- Each member completes a mandatory JHSC and Health and Safety Representative Educational Program.
Health and Safety Representative
- Workplaces with 5 to 19 employees can have a health and safety representative.
- The representative is selected by the workers and performs similar roles to a JHSC member.
- They must regularly consult with the employer and their name must be prominently displayed at the workplace.
- Project site representatives must also attend the JHSC and Health and Safety Representative Educational Program.
New Employee Information About the JHSC
- New employees should be provided with basic information about the company's JHSC.
- This information includes the JHSC's purpose, how it supports the company's health and safety system, and contact information for members.
- Co-chairs, meeting frequency, location, and schedule should also be communicated.
- New employees should be guided on how to bring issues and concerns to the JHSC.
- The JHSC's role in work refusals and the necessary documentation should be explained.
- Information about becoming a JHSC member, required training, and other relevant contact information should be made available.
- New employees should meet with JHSC members personally for face-to-face interaction.
Employer and Employee Rights and Responsibilities
- The OHS Act outlines the responsibilities of both employers and employees in workplace health and safety.
- Due diligence places a responsibility on employers to prioritize worker safety.
- However, employees have a crucial role in understanding, following, and complying with health and safety legislation, internal policies, and procedures.
Employee Responsibilities
- Employees must comply with the OHS Act and its regulations.
- They must act safely, avoiding horseplay and shortcuts.
- Employees are obligated to report unsafe conditions immediately to their supervisor.
- Wearing the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is also a responsibility.
- Employees must cooperate with the JHSC and safety officers from WorkSafeNB.
Employee Rights in New Brunswick
- Employees have the right to know about workplace hazards, safe work policies, and emergency procedures.
- They have the right to refuse unsafe work and should feel comfortable communicating concerns to their supervisors.
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This quiz covers essential employer responsibilities regarding emergency contact information and the formation of Joint Health and Safety Committees (JHSC). It addresses the legal requirements and the importance of providing thorough contact details for emergencies and safety culture within organizations.
