UGRD-ENG6201 Occupational Health and

Safety
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4. WEEK 5 - PRELIM EXAMINATION
5. Prelim Examination

Started on Sunday, 13 December 2020, 10:58 PM

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Completed on Sunday, 13 December 2020, 11:39 PM
Time taken 41 mins 3 secs
Grade 45.00 out of 50.00 (90%)
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People who work in noisy environments—such as construction sites or manufacturing plants
noise induce
—often suffer from Answer  ?

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It is an extension of the human factors theory. It introduces such new elements as
ergonomic traps, the decision to err, and systems failures.
Accident/Incident Theory of Accident Causation
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It helped managers to think about and identify underlying causal factors that could
contribute to accidents. Its promise of allowing the interruption of the accident sequence by
acting on underlying causal factors (“pulling out a domino”) helps to convince people to
adopt the corrective actions suggested by the accident investigation.
accident caused by w orker error
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Lighting, ventilation, wiring and desk installations for remote workers must meet safe work
requirements. Remote workers should also work in a safe way (i.e. not be distracted by
interference and take regular breaks).

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Here are some consequences associated with customer accidents except:
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a.
Poor company reputation

b.
Increased customer satisfaction

c.
Potential litigation.

d.
Reduced repeat business and referrals

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According to this theory, there are five factors in the sequence of events leading to an
accident: ancestry/social environment, fault of person, unsafe act/mechanical or physical
hazard, accident, and injury.
Domino Theory of Accident Causation
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The most common causes of injury to employees and customers included are the following
except:

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a.
Improper handling of objects [lifting, pushing, pulling, etc.]
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Struck by falling objects [items from shelves, hangers on the wall, etc.]

c.
Improper body movement [stooping, bending, twisting, etc.]

d.
All of the following

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This can be minimized by using the following: anti-fatigue mats, shoe inserts, foot rails,
improved workplace design, and sit/stand chairs.
standing hazards
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It holds that the models used for studying and determining the relationships between
environmental factors and disease can be used to study causal relationships between
environmental factors and accidents.
Epidemiological Theory of Accident Causation
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He was a pioneering occupational safety researcher, whose 1931 publication Industrial
Accident Prevention: A Scientific Approach [Heinrich 1931] was based on the analysis of
large amounts of accident data collected by his employer, a large insurance company.
Herbert W. Heinrich
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Approximately 77 percent of drug users are employed, and more than a third of all workers
between 18 and 25 are binge drinkers. Alcoholism alone causes 500 million lost days
annually.

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Posits that no one model/theory can explain all accidents. Factors from two or more models
might be part of the cause.
Combination Theory of Accident Causation
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As an employer you are legally required to develop a staff training program. An important
part of this training is to ensure your staff's safety while undertaking their duties. You can
undertake staff training either in-house or externally. As part of your risk management plan
you should be fully aware of what personal safety risks are faced by your staff. Training can
then address these risks. For new staff, personal safety training will be part of work health
and safety inductions.

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All workers are entitled to work in environments where risks to their health and safety are
properly controlled and under health and safety law the primary responsibility for this is
down to employers. However, workers have a duty to take care of their own health and
safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions at work.

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To prepare for the possibility of a safety breach, you should identify internal and external
risks to your staff. For example, if your business operates late at night and has a lot of cash
on site you may be at high risk from an armed hold-up.

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Views any situation in which an accident might occur as a system with three components:
person (host), machine (agency), and environment.
Systems Theory of Accident Causation
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Domino 1: ancestry and the worker’s social environment, which impact the worker’s
skills, beliefs and “traits of character”, Heinrich wrote that “Recklessness,
stubbornness, avariciousness, and other undesirable traits of character may be passed along
through inheritance”. This kind of belief is not very different from that held by supporters of
eugenics.
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It is an invisible problem in the workplace. However, it can be a major cause of accidents.
Clinical Depression
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The use of personal protective equipment is highest on the list of control priorities. These
controls should not be relied on as the primary means of risk control until the options
higher in the list of control priorities have been exhausted.

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It is the Canada's national hazard communication standard.
Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
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If PPE is required, the person conducting the business or undertaking must provide it to
workers free of charge. However, there may be circumstances where the payment for it can
be negotiated. In deciding who should provide PPE consider: 
 the availability of equipment 
 whether the equipment can generally be used outside work, such as sunglasses or boots 
 the need for a personal fit 
 the requirements in the relevant industrial award or enterprise agreement regarding
provision of PPE.

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It addresses how your business can prepare for and to continue operate in the event of a
personal safety incident.
Business continuity planning
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You must not be involve in the investigation in the workplace incidents because they do not
result in serious injury. To investigate the incident, you have to establish the facts - who was
involved, when it happened, and why. This information should be used to prevent further
incidents.

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It is important to implement systems to ensure your staff's safety in the workplace. This
includes procedures for staff working early and leaving late and for staff working at night,
alone or in isolation, who are exposed to a higher safety risk. You will also need to
implement safe practices for staff who travel, telecommute from home, or work away from
the office.

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Look for broken or damaged components before using PPE and repair or replace it as
needed.

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This clothing or equipment designed to be worn by someone to protect them from the risk
of injury or illness.
Personal protective equipment
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The field of public health that studies trends in illnesses and injuries in the worker
population and proposes and implements strategies and regulations to prevent them. Its
scope is broad, encompassing a wide variety of disciplines—from toxicology and
epidemiology to ergonomics and violence prevention.
Occupational health and safety
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Most PPE is provided for the personal use of a worker. PPE may not be shared in some
circumstances, for example where PPE is only required for limited periods.

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Historically, the focus of occupational health and safety efforts have been on manual labor
occupations, such as factory workers. But the field now encompasses all occupations in the
United States.

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Previously called a workplace health and safety officer - or an elected health and safety
representative to carry out an internal investigation and make recommendations. 
trained safety advisor
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The key worker responsibilities for health and safety at work are:
 to take reasonable care not to put other people - fellow employees and members of the
public - at risk by what you do or don't do in the course of your work
 to co-operate with your employer, to make sure you get proper training and that you
understand and follow the company's health and safety policies
 follow the training you have received when using any work items your employer has given
you
 interfering with or misuse anything that's been provided for your health, safety or
welfare
 to report any injuries, strains or illnesses you suffer as a result of doing your job, your
employer may need to change the way you work
 to tell your employer if something happens that might affect your ability to work, like
becoming pregnant or suffering an injury. Your employer does of course also have a legal
responsibility for your health and safety and they need to know about something before
they can find a solution
 to tell someone (your employer, supervisor, or health and safety representative) if you
think the work or inadequate precautions are putting anyone’s health and safety at serious
risk.

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When choosing PPE consider these factors except:

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a.
Worker

b.
Work task

c.
Food

d.
Work environment

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Defined as stress that is generated due to conflicting demands in one's job.
w ork stress
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Organizational and workplace factors have impact on the occurrence of accidents than
factors related to the individual.

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It is the psychological and physical state that results when the resources of the individual
are not sufficient to cope with the demands and pressures of the situation.
stress
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It attributes accidents to a chain of events ultimately caused by human error. It consists of
three broad factors that lead to human error: overload, inappropriate response, and
inappropriate activities.
Human Factors Theory of Accident Causation
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Employers and company management are not obliged to provide a safe working
environment for all of their employees.

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It includes an assessment of risks, a business security plan incorporating staff safety,
measures to control risks, and staff training in risk identification and management.
risk management plan
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All employers must not have workers' compensation insurance. If one of your staff
experiences a work-related injury, workers' compensation insurance will not cover their
medical costs and lost wages.
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When wearing more than one item of PPE to protect against substances, such as hazardous
chemicals or biological substances, it is important to put on and remove each item correctly.
If hands could become contaminated when removing PPE, it is important to wash them
thoroughly to prevent accidental contamination.

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There is a strong correlation between obesity and injuries, suggesting a need to promote
optimal body weight as an injury prevention strategy.

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As a business owner you are not legally responsible for making sure your workplace is safe
for your staff.

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These are the root or a contributing cause of many workplace accidents every year.
Drugs and Alcohol
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This should have the following components: poster illustrations, pre-employment screening,
regular safety inspections, education and training, external services, and a written map of
the program.
Back/lifting safety programs
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Are increasingly common and can be incredibly painful and debilitating.
Repetitive strain or stress injuries
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It should be the last line of defense protecting employees from hazards. Before using PPE,
every feasible engineering and administrative control should be employed.
Know your PPE
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A condition that many people develop throughout their lives from various causes.
safety
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Are another leading cause of accidents on the job. If management is serious about
workplace safety and health, it must establish expectations, provide training, evaluate
employee performance with safety in mind, and reinforce safe and healthy behavior.
Management Failures
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Businesses are required by law to report serious injury or illnesses to Workplace Health and
Safety.

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This one situation that happened while you were doing something on behalf of your
employer or otherwise in the course of employment.
happened w hile you w ere doing somethi
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