Osh Flashcards

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The heavy cost of accident

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Medical bills
Wages of workers on medical leave
Damage to equipment and materials
• Overtime work

• Employee replacement costs, in case of fatal accident

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2
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Common health hazards at work include:

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• Use of organic chemicals and toxic substances

• Fumes, dust and smoke

• Radiation

• Infection

• Noise and vibration levels

• Extreme temperatures

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3
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Everyone is responsible for safety and health at work, especially

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• The Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)
..?
• The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

• Employers

• Employees

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4
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All employers with more than five employees are required under OSHA to:

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• Draft a SAFETY POLICY

• Communicate it to employees

• Revise it as necessary

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5
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OSHA requires all employers with ?

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40 or more employees to appoint a SAFETY COMMITTEE.

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6
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the function of the committee include-

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establishing policies
analysing records on accidents and health problems.

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