Incident Investigations
What does EIIR stand for?
Employer Incident Investigation Report
Where can the JOHSC meeting agendas and minutes be found?
The Reef - OHS page
Where can you find all the SafeWork Procedures?
The Reef - OHS page
True or false: You can stand on the top step of a stepladder?
False
You cannot stand on the top two steps of a stepladder!
Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?
Everyone!
How long do you have to complete a preliminary investigation?
48hrs after the incident
When are committee meetings held?
Monthly - second Wednesday of the month @ 11am
What is the name of the safety data sheet platform we use?
SDS Risk Assist
True or false: You can stand on the top two steps of an extension ladder?
False
You cannot stand on the top three steps of an extension ladder!
Who is responsible for ensuring that personal protective equipment (PPE) is properly cleaned, inspected, maintained, and stored?
a) Workers
b) Supervisors
c) Employer
b) Supervisors
Who is required to participate in EIIR's?
How many hours of educational leave is a committee member entitled to per year?
8 hours
How are red flags reported and tracked?
Name two things that should be determined before using a ladder?
1. A ladder is the correct piece of equipment for the task
2. The ground where the ladder will be placed is stable and even
3. Ladder type
4. Height
5. Ladder is in good working condition
What are the three main worker rights related to OHS?
1. The right to know
2. The right to participate
3. The right to refuse
How long does an employer have to reported required injuries to WorkSafe BC?
Within 72 hours of the injury - reports should be made as soon as possible
Who are the current co-chairs of the committee?
Matt Dobo & Corey Johnston
Code Red is the radio code for what situation?
Active shooter
A fall protection system must be used when a fall of what distance may occur?
3m (10ft)
Note: Fall protection must also be used if a fall from a height less than 3m involves a risk of injury greater than the risk of injury from the impact on a flat surface.
Both the employer and the injured worker have this legal obligation during the return-to-work process, which includes sharing information and working together on suitable duties.
Duty to cooperate
According to Section 72 of the Workers Compensation Act, a full investigation has three main purposes.
Name two of these purposes.
1. Determine the cause or causes of the incident.
2. Identify any unsafe conditions, acts or procedures that significantly contributed to the incident.
3. Determine the corrective action(s) necessary to prevent the recurrence of similar incidents.
According to Section 40 of the Workers Compensation Act, a committee member is entitled to paid time away from regular duties for specific activities.
Name one activity for which this paid time may be used.
1. Time required to attend committee meetings.
2. Other reasonable time necessary to prepare for meetings and to fulfil other duties and functions of the committee.
The WorkSafe BC definition of working alone, means to work in circumstances where assistance would not be readily available to the worker in what two situations?
1. In case of an emergency.
2. In case the worker is injured or in ill health.
What is the load rating of a type 1A Extra Heavy Duty ladder?
300lbs
Section 23 of the Workers Compensation Act lists three main general duties of supervisors.
Name two of these general duties.
1. Ensure the health and safety of all workers under the direct supervision of the supervisor.
2. Be knowledgeable about the OHS provisions and those regulations applicable to the work being supervised.
3. Comply with the OHS provisions, the regulations and any applicable orders.