(Week 3) Ch.14 Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Legislation: Federal, Provincial, and Workplace Responsibilities

What is the primary federal legislation governing occupational health and safety in Canada?

Canada Labour Code

Name one act related to hazardous products in Canada.

Hazardous Products Act

What is the purpose of the Occupational Health and Safety Act?

To ensure workplace safety and health standards.

What principle emphasizes the shared responsibility for safety between workers and employers?

Principle of Joint Responsibility (due diligence)

What is the Tri-Partite System in occupational health and safety?

A system involving Employers, Employees, and Worksafe.

What are the three categories of laws in occupational health and safety?

General health and safety rules, rules for specific industries, and rules related to specific hazards.

What is one of the specific duties of employers under occupational health and safety legislation?

To provide education and training regarding safety.

What is the worker's right to refuse unsafe work called?

Work Refusal Process (WRP)

What is the role of Joint Health and Safety Committees?

To ensure a safe and healthy workplace through collaboration between management and labor.

What does WHMIS stand for?

Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

What are the three components of WHMIS?

Labeling hazardous materials, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), and employee training.

What is the responsibility of supervisors in workplace safety?

To monitor compliance with safety regulations and advise workers.

What is a key responsibility of employees regarding workplace safety?

To take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of their co-workers.

What does the term 'due diligence' refer to in occupational health and safety?

The obligation of employers to take every precaution to ensure worker safety.

What is the purpose of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)?

To provide information on risks, composition, injury prevention, first aid measures, and disposal of hazardous materials.

What is the role of workplace inspections in occupational health and safety?

To identify safety hazards and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

How many members typically make up a Joint Health and Safety Committee?

Usually consists of 2 to 12 members, with at least half representing workers.

What is one of the basic rights of employees under occupational health and safety legislation?

The right to know about workplace safety hazards.

What is the significance of accident reports in occupational health and safety?

To document incidents and improve safety measures.