OSH ACT
IT IS THE DUTY OF THE EMPLOYER SO FAR AS REASONABLY PRACTICABLE TO ENSURE..........
WHAT IS TO PROTECT THE SAFETY, HEALTH AND WELFARE OF ALL EMPLOYEES
This type of physical hazard is the leading cause of fatalities in the construction industry.
What are falls?
UNDER THE OSH ACT SECTION 13A?
WHAT IS A RISK ASSESSMENT
Repetitive motions, poor posture, and improper lifting fall under this category of workplace hazards
What are ergonomic hazards?
Under Section 10 of Trinidad and Tobago's OSH Act, what must an employee do when they become aware of an unsafe condition or practice at work
Report the unsafe condition or practice to the employer.
Give one example each of a chemical hazard, a biological hazard and an ergonomic hazard
Chemical — cleaning solvent; biological — bacteria; ergonomic — repetitive movements or poor workstation posture.
In Trinidad and Tobago, which chapter of the law contains the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
Chapter 88:08.
A worker repeatedly lifts heavy boxes using an awkward posture. Identify two possible health effects that could develop over time.
Back injuries and other musculoskeletal disorders, such as shoulder strain
An employee believes a machine could cause serious injury because its safety guard has been removed. What right may the employee exercise under the OSH Act, and what should happen next?
The employee may invoke the applicable right to refuse dangerous work and follow the statutory reporting and investigation procedures
A worker is using a noisy machine, handling chemicals and working beside a blocked emergency exit. Identify the three hazard types involved and state which problem should be addressed immediately
Physical (noise), chemical (chemicals) and emergency-access/fire-safety hazard (blocked exit). The blocked exit requires prompt action to restore safe evacuation access; chemical exposure and noise must also be controlled promptly according to their severity