Roles and Expectations
Who is responsible for reporting hazards?
Everyone -
You are responsible of filling out a report.
Which classification of hazard is described as the following:
A condition or practice likely to cause serious injury or illness, resulting in temporary disability or property damage that is disruptive but not extensive.
Class B Hazard
How often should first kits be inspected?
Monthly
Where should the SDS binder be kept?
In a central location in a non-locked area.
Where can you find your fire safety plan?
In each room near the exit door.
Who is responsible for taking action on reported hazards?
The centres supervisor.
Who’s safety are the Health & Safety Rep’s prioritizing?
Staff's safety.
However safety of all is also a concern.
Where should the main first kit be kept?
In a central location - make sure it is not locked.
How often should you change the water in your non-sealed eye wash bottle?
How often should fire drills be held?
Monthly in licensed childcare and 4 times per year in a non-licensed.
Who is responsible for sending in the monthly reports to the JHSC?
The centres supervisor.
What two items need to be updated on a regular basis on the Health & Safety Bulletin Board?
Joint Health & Safety Committee minutes and Joint Health & Safety Committee members list.
How many first aid kits are required to per center?
One per floor.
How often should you inspect expiry dates on chemicals & sealed eye wash bottles?
Monthly.
What should you do if a lockdown is called while you are outdoors?
Follow your lockdown procedures for your site. i.e.: proceed to the emergency evacuation location.
Who is responsible for completing the actions taken section on the reports?
The centres supervisor.
What classification of hazards (A, B, C) would you indicate for peeling paint on a wall?
''C''
How many first aid kits are required to be inspected?
Only the main first aid kit that is for staff. If you have one per floor, both should be inspected.
What is the proper procedures to add items to the SDS list?
Put in a request through the Joint Health & Safety Committee.
What classification of hazards (A, B, C) would you indicate for missing fire extinguisher?
Hazard Classification ''A''
Who are the 2 parties responsible for following up on repeated hazards?
The centres Supervisor & the Joint Health & Safety Committee.
What should you do with expired chemicals?
Write "expired" on the chemical container and Supervisor is to bring it to the head office for proper disposal.
note: Exception R2L - we have strips for proper testing.
Where do you find the information to know what needs to be in the first aid kit and the proper amounts?
The information is in the Red & White First Aid 1101 Booklet.
What should you do if the janitors leaves a non-approved chemical product in your cupboard?
Handle with care since we do not have the SDS for it and give it back to the janitor.
What is the difference between a lockdown and a hold & secure?
Lockdown is when the threat is indoors and require us to hide while the hold & secure is when the threat is outdoors or near and require us to lock doors yet continue our day as usual without exiting the room.