Introduction To Occupational Safety And Health Flashcards

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is vital for protecting workers and ensuring productive workplaces.

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Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)

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Preventing workplace accidents, injuries, and fatalities through risk assessment and control measures.

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Safety

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Promoting worker well-being by addressing
occupational diseases, ergonomics, and mental health.

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Health

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Integrating safety and health practices into all aspects of work processes and environments.

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Holistic Approach

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THE IMPORTANCE OF OSH IN PHILIPPINE
WORKPLACE

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  1. Workplace Protection
  2. Legal Compliance
  3. Productivity Boost
  4. Reputation Management
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Safeguards employees from workplace hazards,
reducing injuries and illnesses.

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Worker Protection

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Ensures adherence to Philippine labor laws and
international OSH standards.

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Legal Compliance

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Enhances workplace efficiency by minimizing
disruptions caused by accidents or health issues.

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Productivity Boost

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Improves company image, attracting skilled workers and fostering positive public perception.

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Reputation Management

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EARLY DEVELOPMENTS IN PHILIPPINE OSH

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  • 1903: First Labor Law
  • 1936: Commonwealth Act No. 103
  • 1957: RA 1054
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The Philippines introduces its first labor law under American colonial rule.

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1903: First Labor Law

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Establishes the Court of Industrial Relations,
addressing labor disputes and safety concerns.

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1936: Commonwealth Act No. 103

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Creates the Institute of Occupational Health
and Safety, pioneering OSH research.

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1957: RA 1054

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OSH MILESTONES IN POST-INDEPENDENCE
PHILIPPINES

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  • 1974: Labor Code
  • 1978: Occupational Safety and Health Standards
  • 1987: Philippine Constitution
  • 2018: RA 11058
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Comprehensive labor law incorporating OSH
provisions is enacted.

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1974: Labor Code

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DOLE issues detailed OSH guidelines for various
industries.

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1978: Occupational Safety and Health Standards

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Enshrines workers’ rights to safe and healthy
working conditions.

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1987: Philippine Constitution

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Strengthens compliance with OSH standards
across all industries.

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2018: RA 11058

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Key Players in Philippine OSH

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  • DOLE
  • Employers
  • Employees
  • OSHC
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oversees OSH policy implementation.

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DOLE

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Responsible for maintaining safe workplaces
and providing OSH training.

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Employers

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Participate in OSH programs and report
workplace hazards.

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Employees

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conducts research and training.

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OSHC (Occupational Safety and Health Center)

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Current OSH Challenges in the Philippines

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  • Informal Sector
  • Emerging Risk
  • Enforcement
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Ensuring OSH compliance in unregulated
workplaces remains difficult. Many workers lack
proper protection.

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Informal Sector

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New technologies and work arrangements
introduce unforeseen hazards. Continuous
adaptation is crucial.

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Emerging Risks

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Limited resources hinder thorough inspections
and implementation. Strengthening
mechanisms is necessary.

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Enforcement

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Signed into law in 1974, establishing
fundamental labor rights and regulations

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ENACTMENT of Presidential Decree No. 442: Labor Code of the Philippines

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Governs employment relationships, working
conditions, and labor dispute resolution.
establishments with specific criteria.

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COVERAGE of Presidential Decree No. 442: Labor Code of the Philippines

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Regularly updated to address evolving labor
market needs and international standards.

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AMENDMENTS of Presidential Decree No. 442: Labor Code of the Philippines

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Key Provisions of the Labor Code

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  • Employment Standards
  • Labor Relations
  • Social Welfare
  • Dispute Resolution
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Regulates working hours, wages, and leave
benefits for employees.

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Employment Standards

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Outlines rules for unionization, collective
bargaining, and strike procedures.
Enforcement

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Labor Relations

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Mandates social security, health insurance, and
other worker protections.

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Social Welfare

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Establishes mechanisms for settling labor-
management conflicts fairly and efficiently.

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Dispute Resolution

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Signed into law in 2018, strengthening
workplace safety regulations.

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ENACTMENT of RA 11058: Occupational Safety and Health Standards Act

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Covers all establishments, projects, sites, and
workplaces in all branches of economic activity.

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SCOPE of RA 11058: Occupational Safety and Health Standards Act

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Empowers DOLE to conduct inspections and
impose penalties for violations.

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ENFORCEMENT of RA 11058: Occupational Safety and Health Standards Act

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Aims to reduce work-related accidents and
promote a culture of safety.

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IMPACT of RA 11058: Occupational Safety and Health Standards Act

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Key Provisions of RA 11058

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 Workers must be informed about workplace
hazards and safety measures.
 Requires appointment of safety officers in
establishments with specific criteria.
 Mandates regular safety and health training for
workers.
 Establishes a system for reporting work-related
injuries and illnesses.

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ROLE OF THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT (DOLE)

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  • Policy Formulation
  • Enforcement
  • Mediation
  • Research
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Develops and implements national labor and
employment policies.

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Policy Formulation

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Ensures compliance with labor laws through
inspections and dispute resolution.

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Enforcement

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Facilitates settlement of labor disputes between
employers and employees.

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Mediation

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Conducts studies on labor market trends and
recommends policy improvements

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Research

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play a crucial role in safeguarding the well-being of workers across industries in the Philippines.

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OSH standards and regulations

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Key Components of General OSH Standards

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  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Hazard Communication
  • Health Monitoring
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Guidelines for the appropriate selection, use,
and maintenance of PPE across various
industries to safeguard workers from job-
related hazards and risks.

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

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Requirements for establishing emergency
response plans, evacuation procedures, and
regular drills to help organizations effectively
handle potential workplace crises and
emergencies.

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Emergency Preparedness

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Standards for the proper labeling of hazardous
materials and substances, the availability of
safety data sheets, and the provision of
employee training to enhance their
understanding of workplace hazards.

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Hazard Communication

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Protocols for regular health check-ups, medical
surveillance, and the maintenance of
comprehensive employee health records to
proactively address any health concerns arising
from work-related activities.

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Health Monitoring

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Workplace Environment Standards

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  • Indoor Air Quality
  • Noise Control
  • Ergonomics
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Regulations on ventilation systems, air
filtration, and monitoring of indoor air
pollutants to ensure a healthy breathing
environment for workers

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Indoor Air Quality

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Examples of Indoor Air Quality

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  • Regular air quality assessments
  • Proper ventilation maintenance
  • Control of airborne contaminants
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  • Standards for acceptable noise levels, hearing
    protection requirements, and implementation
    of noise reduction measures in noisy work
    environments.
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Noise Control

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Examples of Noise Control

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 Noise level monitoring
 Hearing conservation programs
 Engineering controls for noise reduction

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  • Guidelines for workstation design, proper
    posture, and equipment usage to prevent
    musculoskeletal disorders and promote worker
    comfort.
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Ergonomics

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Examples of Ergonomics

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 Ergonomic assessments
 Adjustable furniture and equipment
 Training on proper ergonomic practices

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Industry-Specific OSH Standards: Healthcare Sector

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  • Infection Control Protocols
  • Sharps Safety
  • Patient Handling
  • Radiation Safety
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Stringent guidelines for hand hygiene, personal
protective equipment usage, and proper
disposal of contaminated materials to prevent
the spread of infections in healthcare settings.

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Infection Control Protocols

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Specific regulations on the handling, use, and
disposal of needles and other sharp objects to minimize the risk of needlestick injuries and
bloodborne pathogen exposure.

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Sharps Safety

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 Standards for safe patient lifting and transfer
techniques, including the use of assistive
devices, to prevent musculoskeletal injuries
among healthcare workers.

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Patient Handling

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 Protocols for the safe use of diagnostic imaging
equipment, proper shielding, and monitoring of
radiation exposure levels for healthcare
professionals working with radiological devices.

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Radiation Safety

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Types of Hazards to Filipino Nurses

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  • Biological Hazard
  • Chemical
  • Ergonomic
  • Psychological
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  • Proper PPE use, vaccination requirements, and
    regular training help nurses stay safe from
    infectious diseases.
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Biological Hazards

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  • Safe medication handling, ventilation, and
    specialized equipment protect nurses from
    harmful chemicals.
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Chemical Hazards

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  • Safe patient handling techniques and
    ergonomic equipment reduce the risk of
    musculoskeletal injuries.
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Ergonomic Hazards

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  • Stress management, violence prevention, and
    employee assistance programs address the
    mental health needs of nurses.
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Psychological Hazards

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Industry-Specific OSH Standards: Construction Sector

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  • Fall Protection
  • Scaffolding Safety
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Excavation and Trenching
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  • Comprehensive guidelines for working at
    heights, including the use of guardrails, safety
    nets, and personal fall arrest systems to prevent
    fall-related injuries and fatalities.
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Fall Protection

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  • Detailed regulations for the design,
    construction, and use of scaffolding, ensuring
    stability and proper access for workers on
    elevated platforms.
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Scaffolding Safety

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  • Standards for the safe operation of construction
    equipment, including training requirements,
    maintenance protocols, and safety features for
    heavy machinery.
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Heavy Machinery Operation

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  • Specific rules for soil analysis, protective
    systems, and safe entry procedures to prevent
    cave-ins and other hazards associated with
    excavation work.
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Excavation and Trenching

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Industry-Specific OSH Satndards: Manufacturing Sector

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  • Machine Guarding
  • Robotics and Automation Safety
  • Chemical Process Safety
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  • Strict requirements for protective barriers and
    devices on machinery to prevent worker
    contact with hazardous moving parts, reducing
    the risk of injuries and amputations.
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Machine Guarding

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  • Guidelines for the safe integration of robotic
    systems in manufacturing processes, including
    risk assessments, safety zones, and emergency
    stop procedures.
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Robotics and Automation Safety

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  • Comprehensive standards for the handling,
    storage, and processing of hazardous chemicals,
    including process safety management and
    emergency response planning.
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Chemical Process Safety

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Enforcement of OSH Standards in the Philippines

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  • DOLE Inspection
  • Safety Offucer System
  • Reporting Mechanism
  • Penalties and Sanctions
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 The Department of Labor and Employment
conducts regular workplace inspections to
ensure compliance with OSH standards and
identify potential violations.

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DOLE Inspection

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 Requirement for businesses to appoint qualified safety officers who oversee the implementation of OSH programs and conduct internal audits.

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Safety Officer System

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 Establishment of channels for workers to report
OSH violations anonymously, protecting
whistleblowers from retaliation.

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Reporting Mechanisms

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 Implementation of fines, operational
suspensions, and legal actions against
companies that fail to comply with OSH
standards.

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Penalties and Sanctions

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Compliance Mechanisms for OSH Standards

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  • Training and Education
  • Documentation and Record-Keeping
  • Safety Committees
  • Continuous Improvement
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 Mandatory OSH training programs for workers
and management to ensure awareness of safety
protocols and best practices. This includes initial
orientation for new employees and regular
refresher courses.

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Training and Education

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 Requirement for businesses to maintain
detailed records of OSH-related activities,
including incident reports, training logs, and
equipment maintenance records for audit
purposes.

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Documentation and Record-Keeping

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 Establishment of joint labor-management safety committees to promote collaboration in
identifying and addressing workplace hazards
and OSH concerns.

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Safety Committees

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 Implementation of management systems that
encourage ongoing evaluation and
enhancement of OSH practices.

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Continuous Improvement

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Challenges in OSH Implementation

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  • Resource Constraints
  • Cultural Barriers
  • Enforcement Gaps
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 Many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in
the Philippines face financial and personnel
limitations in fully implementing OSH standards.
This can lead to inadequate safety measures
and increased workplace risks.

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Resource Constraints

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Example of Resource Constraints

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 Limited budget for safety equipment
 Lack of dedicated safety personnel
 Insufficient training resources

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 Traditional work practices and cultural attitudes
sometimes conflict with modern OSH standards,
making it challenging to change long-standing
behaviors and perceptions about workplace
safety.

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Cultural Barriers

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Examples of Cultural Barriers

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 Resistance to wearing PPE
 “It won’t happen to me” mentality
 Prioritizing productivity over safety

93
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 Limited government resources for inspection
and enforcement can result in inconsistent
application of OSH standards across industries
and regions, potentially leaving some workers
vulnerable.

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Enforcement Gaps

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Examples of Enforcement Gaps

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 Insufficient number of inspectors
 Difficulties in reaching remote
workplaces
 Corruption and bribery issues