Rights and Responsibilities
Who is responsible for proving PPE- Personal Protective Equipment?
An Employer
Who is responsible for telling the supervisor about
1. Hazards
2. Missing or defective (not working correctly) equipment that could be dangerous
Employees
When should you clean up spills? What can you place on the floor to warn others?
immediately
a wet floor sign
Vibrating equipment means...
What type of hazard is it?
shaking slightly
ergonomic hazard because of the repetitive motion over periods of time.
Toxic means
something poisonous
Employees in New Brunswick have the right to refuse work if they believe it presents an unsafe situation. ... If the supervisor disagrees with the employee, they should explain why. Employees must remain at work during normal working hours while their concerns are being investigated.
What does an employee have the right to participate in?
Workplace Health and Safety Committee (HSC) or as a worker health safety representative (helps others understand rules and safe practices.)
What can you tape to the floor? Why do you do that?
Cords and cables. To prevent falls.
using cleaners and paints regularly
chemical hazard
What is an inspection?
A walk around a worksite to observe and look for hazards.
Can an employer legally fire workers or make them leave because they refuse to work that is unsafe?
No, they cannot fire you or ask you to leave.
What is an example of unsafe work in cleaning that you should refuse to do?
What must be reported immediately? Who is responsible for that task?
The employer must report all critical injuries to the government department responsible for safety at work. Worksafe NB
What are two ways you can reduce the risk of slipping and tripping?
slow down
place feet flat and firm on the ground
walk with feet pointed a little outwards
make wide turns at corners
use good light
do not block your view when carrying objects
make sure floor is in good condition
no clutter
working with wet or damp materials that could grow mould of fungi.
Biological hazard. What is another example of a biological hazard?
What does exposure mean? Give an example.
Happens when you are near or touch something that can harm you.
Example: Dust or Abestos
Who's responsibility is it to train employees? What do they have to train the employees about?
Give 2 examples.
1. Potential Hazards
2. How to use, handle, store and dispose hazardous substances.
3. How to deal with emergencies
What steps do you take when work is unsafe? The first 2 only.
1. REPORT to supervisor. Explain why.
2. The employee, supervisor and HSC will investigate.
What is one common cause of slips?
ice, water, snow, oils, powders and granular solids
slippery surfaces (polished floors or painted metal or concrete)
bad footwear
Poisonous gases and fumes are examples of what type of hazard?
Chemical
Airborne
What does RSI stand for? What is an example?
Repetitive Stress Injury: An injury that happens because you use the same muscles to do the same task over and over again.
True or False? Managers or Supervisors must provide written instructions about what to do to stay safe at work.
True
What steps do you take when work is unsafe? The final 2 steps.
3. The employee returns to work if the employee and company agree the work is now safe. (Problem is solved)
4. If it is not solved... a government inspector is called. The inspector will decide. He/She will put it in writing.
Common causes of trips?
uneven surfaces
hidden steps or thresholds
wrinkled mats or carpets
exposed cords or cables
clutter
What are some invisible hazards?
Fatigue
Extreme Temperatures
Noise
Repetitive Motions
Why are these dangerous?
Name the PPE you should wear while working in housekeeping.
gloves
safety glasses
safety goggles
earplugs (when using machines like floor polishing)
particle mask
Visor (maybe)
non-slip shoes