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What are the two types of training you are to receive prior to starting work?
What are the two types of training you are to receive prior to starting work?
General training and specific training.
What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
PPE refers to protective clothing and equipment designed to protect the wearer from injury or illness.
What are hygiene and emergency facilities?
What are hygiene and emergency facilities?
Items used to reduce the chances of toxins being absorbed/ingested into the body and prevent hazardous materials from being carried away from the workplace.
Why should you promptly report any injury or illness suffered in the workplace?
Why should you promptly report any injury or illness suffered in the workplace?
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What does the WSIB do?
What does the WSIB do?
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Identify four health and safety related questions you should ask when starting a new job.
Identify four health and safety related questions you should ask when starting a new job.
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Who can you speak to in the workplace if you have health and safety concerns? Identify three options.
Who can you speak to in the workplace if you have health and safety concerns? Identify three options.
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Study Notes
Training Types
- General training includes basic health and safety procedures, emergency protocols, first aid procedures, lockout procedures, and emergency exit protocols.
- Specific training focuses on safely performing individual job tasks.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- PPE consists of protective gear designed to shield employees from workplace hazards.
- An example of PPE may include safety goggles, gloves, or helmets depending on the job requirements.
Hygiene and Emergency Facilities
- Hygiene facilities are tools and items that help prevent the absorption or ingestion of toxins by workers.
- Emergency facilities minimize the transfer of hazardous materials from the workplace environment.
Reporting Injuries or Illnesses
- Promptly reporting injuries ensures that individuals receive the necessary medical treatment.
- It aids in preventing further incidents by allowing the investigation and correction of the injury's cause.
- Reporting allows for the potential claim for compensation to cover lost wages and rehabilitation expenses.
WSIB and Workers Education Agreement (WEA)
- The WSIB provides support for lost wages and medical coverage while assisting in job reintegration for injured workers.
- The WEA serves as documentation of employment for WSIB.
Health and Safety Questions
- Inquire about the availability of health and safety training programs.
- Ask about workplace facilities such as emergency exits, fire extinguishers, and first aid kits.
- Question the procedures for reporting health and safety incidents.
- Determine who the representatives or members of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) are.
- Clarify the need for PPE and who is responsible for its cost.
Addressing Health and Safety Concerns
- Concerns can be raised with a supervisor, employer, or a designated teacher in the workplace.
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This quiz evaluates your understanding of the two types of training received before starting work: general and specific training. It covers essential health and safety procedures, as well as job-specific safety practices.
