Industry Safety

Know your rights! Ontario workers have basic rights: The right to know about workplace hazards The right to participate in keeping the workplace healthy and safe. The right to refuse unsafe work

Hazards Physical Causing physical harm to your body. Electric shock Cuts Burns Falls choking

Hazards Chemical Causing poisoning from inhalation or contact Chemical burns

Hazards Biological Causing contamination from blood, bacteria, viruses, rodents, and insects

Hazards Ergonomic Causing back, body, eye strain or injury. Anything to do with body positioning and movement. Repetitive tasks, poor lighting, improper height of work surfaces.

Employer Responsibilities Inform workers of all hazards Make sure equipment is safe Make sure staff are properly trained Make sure staff follow safety procedures Monitor Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Provide protection facilities (eye wash stations, first aid)

Worker Responsibilities To comply with all laws for health and safety To use machines safely as trained (check guards, etc.) To use PPE as required To always work safely and not fool around To report hazards to a supervisor/employer

Laws and Regulations OHSA WHMIS Occupational health and safety act Enforced by the Ministry of Labour Establishes general health and safety requirement for every workplace. Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System All hazardous materials must have a symbol and standardized warning label MSDS (material safety data sheet) must be up-to-date Employers must train workers on the safe use of all hazardous materials