Roles and Responsibilities
Name 2 members of the Biosafety Committee and describe their role
Glenn, Natacha, Charmaine
Oversight of biological safety at iogen
They are responsible for developing and enforcing labor laws and regulations to ensure safe, fair, and healthy workplaces. They also do surprise visits!
Ministry of Labour
HSE Protocols and Procedures are kept in the CDDB. What does CDDB stand for, and describe one way you can access the CDDB
Controlled Document Database
Access: link on the iogen page in Teams, shortcut in Bamboo, search for the page in Sharepoint or have a link on your favourites bar
MSDs are injuries to muscles, nerves, tendons and joints which develop over time from tasks which cause repeated damage. Which is NOT a risk factor for MSDs:
1. Awkward body position
2. Repetition
3. The level of desire to complete the task
4. The force used in the task
5. the static loading of muscles
3. The level of desire to complete the task
Where can you find the first aid kit in the office?
By the HSE board outside the washrooms
If you hear the fire alarm you must evacuate the building. Where is iogen's meeting point during an evacuation?
In the parking lot, and the far end of the parking lot
Name 3 current members of the JHSC and describe the role of the JHSC
Role: to review HSE systems and provide recommendations to the employer
Members: Pat, Natacha, Tyler, Charmaine, Sandy, Emma, Femi and Viveka
What are the 3 rights of all workers when it comes to HSE
To participate in HSE, to be informed about hazards in the workplace and to refuse any work they feel is unsafe
Where does iogen keep its SDSs and what is one way you can access them?
Online
Links to MSD online can be found on lab computers, a shortcut, in the Core HSE training ppt, on he HSE sharepoint site
Skips trips and falls are a common cause of injuries in the workplace. Name 3 things you can do to avoid them
old handrails, don't run/rush, wear proper footwear, adjust your stride for conditions, don't try to carry too many/awkward things, practice good housekeeping, report icy/slippery conditions
Red and yellow caution tape can be used to isolate hazards. They should always have a tag which describes the hazard, the date and the name of the person who put it up. What is the difference between red and yellow tape?
Yellow tape can be crossed by anyone who has read and understands the hazard; red tape can only be crossed by someone who is trained and assigned to repair the problem/hazard
What is the timeframe to submit an incident or near miss report after something has happened?
Within 48h
What are the main elements of the 3 golden rules?
To comply with regulations, to intervene when we see an issue, and to respect our colleagues
iogen is committed to treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain dignity and independence. This is covered by our AODA policies. What does AODA stand for?
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
You are reading an HSE protocol, and it says to contact "Regulatory Affairs", but you are not sure who that it. What document will tell you who that is?
The SOP Titles and Responsibilities List
Injury can occur when handling materials, such as moving boxes or packages. Name 3 things you can do to ensure safe lifting and transport of materials
proper lifting technique (with the legs), use a trolley or other device to help move heavy items, ensure items are stored in an accessible way, get help to lift heavy items
Fire Extinguishers: what does the PASS acronym stand for?
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
What is the underlying premise of the STOP program?
That all incidents can be avoided
What are 2 duties of all workers?
To work in accordance with regulations and procedures
To use PPE, safety equipment and devices provided in the workplace
To report any defects
Name 2 duties of Supervisors
To inform workers of hazards in the workplace
To provide training in measures ad procedures
To ensure workers use provided safety devices and comply with protocols
To take every precaution reasonable to protect the health and safety of workers
Novonesis has an Ammonium Hydroxide tank, and we have a SIP procedure in the event of a significant release. What are 3 of the 4 ways iogen employees will be notified of a SIP event?
All staff will get a text
All staff will get an automated voicemail
Novonesis will call iogen's Manager on Call
iogen will send an email to all staff
All Supervisors and several specific roles such operating mobile equipment, operating a hoist or conducting a confined space entry, must be Competent Persons as defined by the Act. What are the 3 requirements to be a Competent Person?
To have the knowledge, training or experience to be able to organize the work
To be knowledgeable about the hazards associated with the work
To be familiar with the Act and the Regulations which apply to the work
WHMIS is the Workplace Hazards Information System, and has main components of Hazards identifications and classifications, labels, SDS and worker training. What are 3 of the 4 questions that WHMIS will help you to answer?
1. What is the hazard
2. How do I protect myself
3. What do I do if there is an accident
4. How do I get more information
A package arrived at the front desk - you pick it up and turns out it contained a chemical we ordered and it was leaking. You got some on your arm and it has created a chemical burn. You flush with water as per SDS, but decide you should go to the hospital. What are 3 things you should bring with you?
SDS for the chemical, or picture of the label/instructions
Green folder from reception area
Healthcard
Someone to drive you