Workplace Safety Controls and Communication

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What should be the primary focus when implementing controls?

  • Implementing all controls simultaneously
  • Assigning the implementation to multiple individuals
  • Choosing the easiest controls to implement first
  • Prioritizing controls based on risk ranking (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a method for communicating hazards and controls to employees?

  • Company safety meetings
  • Social media announcements (correct)
  • Documentation of communication
  • Training sessions

What is required to confirm the implementation of each control?

  • Immediate reporting to management without documentation
  • A verification process confirming completion (correct)
  • An informal discussion among team members
  • No additional steps are needed after implementation

Which consideration should be taken into account for temporary controls?

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What documentation methods can be used to communicate hazards to employees?

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Implementing Controls

The process of putting safety measures in place to reduce or eliminate hazards.

Person Responsible

The person assigned to take action for a specific control measure.

Target Completion Date

A set deadline for completing a specific control measure.

Temporary Controls

A temporary solution to a hazard until a more permanent control measure is available.

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Communicating Hazards and Controls

Sharing information about risks and safety measures with employees.

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Study Notes

Step 6: Implementing Controls

  • Implement selected controls, prioritizing those addressing hazards with the highest risk ranking.
  • Assign a person responsible for completing each control.
  • Set specific target completion dates for each control.
  • Confirm each control's completion.
  • Temporary controls can be used before a permanent solution is available.

Step 7: Communicating Hazards and Controls

  • Communicate hazards and controls to employees.
  • Use various communication methods including:
  • Safety meetings, toolbox talks
  • Company-specific materials (bulletins, safety systems)
  • On-the-job training, ongoing training
  • Safety orientations, site orientations
  • Document communication using agendas, sign-in sheets, or training checklists.
  • Make completed hazard assessments immediately available to workers to help them confirm appropriate controls and tasks.

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