Occupational Health and Safety

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A current OH&S concern within my industry is physical hazard recognition, specifically slips strains and falls and temperature extremes. HRM has a OH&S program that outlines the policies and procedures of our company. The program includes education and training, Personal Protective Equipment, Equipment and Vehicle Safety, Wildlife Encounters, Fires & Spills, Medical emergencies and more. HR makes sure everyone has taken hazard awareness and fall preventions courses and has a valid First Aid Ticket before they go to a job site. Once on the job site the Field manager does a camp walk through and orientation so everyone know the potential hazards of the site, how to use their PPE properly and what to do in case of a near miss or accident. • When dealing with Slips, Strains and Falls it is important for employees to have the correct PPE including fall harnesses and the correct footwear. • The HRM not only needs to make sure that employees are provided with these items and that they know how to use them correctly but that they are being used. The importance of correct lifting also needs to be addressed. • Supervisors should be trained in correct ergonomics so that they can correct/instruct employees how to work safely. • Our company has implemented a stretch before you start program where everyone does a group stretch at the beginning of their workday. The activity is included in the paid workday and is mandatory. Time off due to strains and sprains has become almost non-existent. Temperature Extremes • Temperature extremes are a hazard that can be very difficult to avoid and can very easily lead to heat stress. Heat stress can cause heat stroke, exhaustion, cramps and rashes. • Heat can al... ... middle of paper ... ...tress, diversity and discrimination or workplace harassment, violence and bullying. HR must comply with government legislation and because of this they are actively involved in the administration and facilitation of OH&S programs. They are involved in accident/incident recording and reporting, disability management, worker’s compensation claims, and return to work programs. Workers and Employers share the responsibility of health and safety and HR assists in helping them work together in this endeavour. The benefit of creating a safe and health work environment is not only protecting the workers but it reduce costs, preserves productivity and aids in the retention of employees which benefits the company long-term. www.worksafebc.com/publications www.ccohs.ca www.iapa.ca/sbc http://www.healthandsafetycentre.org/sc/calculator/default.htm www.kaltire.com www.tolko.com

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