This document outlines key aspects of workplace safety and health including important definitions, the need for safety and health programs, responsibilities of employers and employees, and elements of an effective occupational health program. Specifically, it defines safety, health, and occupational safety and health. It also discusses establishing management commitment, employee involvement, worksite analysis, hazard prevention and control, and safety training as important elements of an effective program.
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Occupational safety and health (OSH) also
commonly referred to as occupational health and
safety (OHS) or workplace health and safety
(WHS) is an area concerned with the safety, health
and welfare of people engaged in work or
employment.
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Occupational safety and health (OSH) also
commonly referred to as occupational health and
safety (OHS) or workplace health and safety
(WHS) is an area concerned with the safety, health
and welfare of people engaged in work or
employment.
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(Sample) Safety and Health Training Plan 1.0 Intro.docxraju957290
(Sample)
Safety and Health Training Plan
1.0 Introduction
Training is one of the most important components within our company’s safety management system. It gives
employees an opportunity to learn their jobs properly, bring new ideas into the workplace, reinforce existing ideas
and practices, and it helps to put our Safety and Health Program into action.
Everyone in our company will benefit from safety and health training through fewer workplace injuries and illnesses,
reduced stress, and higher morale. Productivity, profits, and competitiveness will increase as production costs per
unit, turnover, and workers compensation rates lower.
2.0 Management commitment.
We (or company name) will provide the necessary funds and scheduling time to ensure effective safety and health
training is provided. This commitment will include paid work time for training and training in the language that the
worker understands. Both management and employees will be involved in developing the program.
To most effectively carry out their safety responsibilities, all employees must understand (1) their role in the program,
(2) the hazards and potential hazards that need to be prevented or controlled, and (3) the ways to protect themselves
and others. We will achieve these goals by:
• educating everyone on the natural and system consequences of their actions;
• educating all managers, supervisors and employees on their safety management system responsibilities;
• educating all employees about the specific hazards and control measures in their workplace;
• training all employees on hazard identification, analysis, reporting and control procedures; and
• training all employees on safe work procedures and practices.
Our training program will focus on health and safety concerns that determine the best way to deal with a particular
hazard. When a hazard is identified, we will first try to remove it entirely. If that is not feasible, we will then train
workers to protect themselves, if necessary, against the remaining hazard. Once we have decided that a safety or
health problem can best be addressed by training (or by another method combined with training), we will follow up by
developing specific training goals based on those particular needs.
Employees. At a minimum, employees must know the general safety and health rules of the worksite, specific site
hazards and the safe work practices needed to help control exposure, and the individual's role in all types of
emergency situations. We will ensure all employees understand the hazards to which they may be exposed and how to
prevent harm to themselves and others from exposure to these hazards.
We will commit available resources to ensure employees receive safety and health training during the circumstances
below.
• Whenever a person is hired --general safety orientation including an overview of company safety rules, and
why those r.
(Sample) Safety and Health Training Plan 1.0 Intro.docxhoney725342
(Sample)
Safety and Health Training Plan
1.0 Introduction
Training is one of the most important components within our company’s safety management system. It gives
employees an opportunity to learn their jobs properly, bring new ideas into the workplace, reinforce existing ideas
and practices, and it helps to put our Safety and Health Program into action.
Everyone in our company will benefit from safety and health training through fewer workplace injuries and illnesses,
reduced stress, and higher morale. Productivity, profits, and competitiveness will increase as production costs per
unit, turnover, and workers compensation rates lower.
2.0 Management commitment.
We (or company name) will provide the necessary funds and scheduling time to ensure effective safety and health
training is provided. This commitment will include paid work time for training and training in the language that the
worker understands. Both management and employees will be involved in developing the program.
To most effectively carry out their safety responsibilities, all employees must understand (1) their role in the program,
(2) the hazards and potential hazards that need to be prevented or controlled, and (3) the ways to protect themselves
and others. We will achieve these goals by:
• educating everyone on the natural and system consequences of their actions;
• educating all managers, supervisors and employees on their safety management system responsibilities;
• educating all employees about the specific hazards and control measures in their workplace;
• training all employees on hazard identification, analysis, reporting and control procedures; and
• training all employees on safe work procedures and practices.
Our training program will focus on health and safety concerns that determine the best way to deal with a particular
hazard. When a hazard is identified, we will first try to remove it entirely. If that is not feasible, we will then train
workers to protect themselves, if necessary, against the remaining hazard. Once we have decided that a safety or
health problem can best be addressed by training (or by another method combined with training), we will follow up by
developing specific training goals based on those particular needs.
Employees. At a minimum, employees must know the general safety and health rules of the worksite, specific site
hazards and the safe work practices needed to help control exposure, and the individual's role in all types of
emergency situations. We will ensure all employees understand the hazards to which they may be exposed and how to
prevent harm to themselves and others from exposure to these hazards.
We will commit available resources to ensure employees receive safety and health training during the circumstances
below.
• Whenever a person is hired --general safety orientation including an overview of company safety rules, and
why those r ...
The following presentation describes the best practices present along with the principles and approaches to implementing and maintaining a safety and health program for a construction firm.
OSHA recognizes that a wide variety of small and large construction job sites exist. Some are short-duration, while others may take years to complete; some sites are
characterized by frequently changing conditions, while other sites’ conditions may change less often. An effective program emphasizes top-level ownership, participation by employees, and a “find and fix” approach to workplace hazards.
The “find and fix” approach to workplace hazards refers to the “Hazard Identification” and “Hazard Prevention and Control” core elements. Because of the wide variety of site conditions, these two core elements should be implemented on a site specific basis in order to effectively detect and correct hazards.
The concept of continuous improvement is central to these recommended practices. As with any journey, the first step is often the most challenging. The idea is to begin with a basic program and grow from there. By initially focusing on achieving modest goals, monitoring performance, and evaluating outcomes, you can help your company progress over time along the path to higher levels of safety and health.
2. Learning Objectives
At the end of the lecture student should be able to:
1. Define the meaning of Safety, Health and
Occupational Safety and Health
2. The importance of Safety and Health at a Workplace
3. Know the responsibilities of Employer
4. Know the responsibilities of Employee
5. Describe the elements for an effective OSH program
3. WHAT? – Important Definitions
• Safety – A condition in which the physical well-being of people is
protected
• Health – A general state of physical, mental, and emotional well-
being
• OSH – Occupational Safety and Health. It is the development,
promotion and maintenance of workplace policies and programs
that ensure the physical, mental and emotional well being of
employees
4. WHY DOES OSH EXIST?
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5. WHY? The Need for OSH
Harry McShane,
age 16, 1908.
Pulled into machinery in
a factory in Cincinnati.
His arm was ripped off at
the shoulder and his leg
broken.
No compensation paid
by the company or No
attention was paid by the
employer at the Hospital
or at Home
6. WHY? The Need for OSH
Human & Social
• Eliminates possible danger
• Safeguard employee productivity
• Protect employee rights
• Maintain employees health
• Means to promote workplace processes
• Improve Morale and Productivity
Financial Cost
• Every year, THOUSANDS of accidents and deaths happen at workplaces
– compensation fees
• Injuries cost BILLIONS of Dollars
7. • Provide a safe working environment
• Provide a safe system of work
• Provide proper training and information
• Identify Hazards Assess the Risks Eliminate or Control
the Risks
• Provide Supervision
• Supply personal protective equipment and clothing
• Consult with Employees
• Provide amenities
• Provide First Aid facilities and personnel
• Provide for Emergencies
• No victimization or unlawful dismissal is allowed
Employer’s Responsibilities
8. • Cooperate with other employee or other people at the
workplace
• Notify the employer/supervisor of any risk to Health and
Safety
• Not to interfere with or misuse things provided for
health, safety and welfare
• Not hinder aid to an injured worker
• Not to refuse assistance in either receiving or giving aid
• Not to disrupt the workplace by creating health and
safety fear
Employee’s Responsibilities
9. Elements of an Effective
Occupational Health Program
i. Employer/Management Commitment
ii. Employee involvement
iii. Worksite analysis
iv. Hazard prevention and control
v. Safety and health training
10. • It provides MOTIVATION and RESOURCES
• Clearly state a worksite safety and health policy
• Establish and communicate a clear goal and
objective for the safety and health program
• Involve top management in implementing the
program
i. Employer/Management Commitment
11. • Employee involvement allow workers to develop and
express commitment to safety and health
• Encourage employees to get involved in the program
and in decisions that affect their safety and health
• Communicate responsibility for all program aspects
• Managers, supervisors and employees must be held
accountable for meeting their responsibilities
ii. Employee Involvement
12. • Examine the worksite and identify:
• Existing hazards
• Conditions and Operations where changes might occur
to create hazards
• Management must actively analyze the work and the
worksite to anticipate and prevent harmful occurrences
• Conduct a comprehensive survey for safety and health
• Job hazard analysis
iii. Worksite Analysis
13. • Do on-site occupational health inspections
• Investigate accidents and “near miss” incidents, so that
their causes and means for prevention are identified
• Analyze injury and illness trends, so that common
cause patterns can be identified and prevented
Worksite Analysis... (cont.)
14. o Start by determining a hazard or potential hazard exists
o Where feasible, prevent hazards by effective design of
job or job site
o If the hazards cannot be eliminated, then hazards
control is used
o Eliminate or control hazards in a timely manner using
engineering and administration control, personal
protective equipment, safe work practices
communicated and Hazard Prevention Planning
iv. Hazard Prevention and Control
15. § Address the safety and health responsibilities of ALL
personnel
§ Incorporate it into existing training i.e. First Aid Training
§ Employees must understand the hazards they may be
exposed to and how to prevent harm to themselves and
others from hazard exposure
§ Orientation training must be given to site and contract
workers
v. Safety and Health Training
