WorkSafe Quiz Flashcards
(24 cards)
what is the definition of a young worker?
any worker under the age of 25
what are 6 reasons/risks young and new workers are injured?
- inexperience
- lack of training, orientation and supervision
- lack of understanding workplace
- lack of prep for workplace
- exposure du dangerous jobs
- hesitancy to ask questions
what are your 4 main rights as a worker?
- right to a healthy and safe workplace
- proper training and instructions
- right to safety training and orientation
- right to refuse unsafe work
list 7 responsibilities you have as a worker?
- be alert to hazards
- follow safe work procedures
- use protective clothing
- co-operate with health and safety committees
- get treatment for injury
- return to work safely after injury
- never work under influence of alcohol, drugs, overly tired
what are 3 responsibilities of an owner?
- maintain the premises to ensure safety of people working
- disclose full potential hazards around the workplace
- comply with occupational health and safety requirements
what are 10 responsibilities of an employer?
- establish health and safety program
- train employees
- provides supervisors
- ensure first aid equipment
- regularly inspect your workplace
- fix problems
- transport injured workers
- report all injuries to WorkSafeBC
- investigate incidents
- submit forms to WorkSafeBC
what are 4 responsibilities of a supervisor?
- ensure health and safety of workers
- know the WorkSafeBC requirements
- ensure workers know hazards
- ensure workers have appropriate protection
what are 2 responsibilities of a prime contractor?
- coordinate health and safety activities of all employees
- establish procedures to ensure health and safety
what does OHS stand for?
occupational health and safety
what is a “new worker” considered by?
can be any age and includes those who are new to the workplace or location, or facing new hazards
what are the 5 key messages?
-You have a right to be safe on the job, and you have a responsibility to
play an active part in job safety.
-All jobs have potential safety hazards, but those hazards can always be
minimized or eliminated.
-Effective communication plays an important role in staying safe on
the job.
- Learning is a process that will continue throughout your working years.
-Workplace safety skills and knowledge can apply to other areas of life,
and safety skills learned in other areas can apply to workplace settings.
What are the top three injuries that happen to young workers?
- Lifting objects — overexertion causing sprains, strains, tears
- Working on elevated levels — sprains, strains, tears, and fractures
- Working with knives — cuts and lacerations
t/f that young workers are more likely to be injured in the first six months on the job?
true
t/f If you are working at an unsafe condition or tool, you should both agree to work and talk to your supervisor?
true
Does it appear that it is your responsibility to train other workers?
no
t/f The two most important factors in preventing new worker injuries are training and supervision
t
Does it seem that an employer needs to train all of the workers to perform first aid?
yes
Is investigating unsafe conditions a responsibility of the supervisor?
yes
Can a person work above 3 metres without fall protection?
no, an employer must ensure that a fall protection system is used when work is being done at a place above 3 meters
Is it ok for a first aid attendant to be under 16 years of age?
no, at least 16
It is your responsibility to provide your own PPE.
no, employers
PPE stands for…
personal protective equipment
Do you think Worksafe BC sees bullying as a workplace matter?
yes
When someone is working alone, there are certain things employers need to do. What are the 4 rules
- having the worker 19 years of age or older
- premises monitored by video surveillance
- good visibility in and out of the premises
- a time lock safe
