What are three 3 rights and responsibilities of employees in relation to WHS?
the right to say no to unsafe work. the right to be consulted about safety in the workplace. the right to workers compensation. the right to a fair and just workplace.
What is the responsibility of the employee?
They must always ensure that they work in a safe manner in the way that they have been trained. The employer should provide procedures and processes for employees to follow. The employee must cooperate with the employer in ensuring that they follow all workplace procedures and not deviate from them.
What are the key elements of health and safety policy?
These include: safety training; safe systems of work; environmental control; safe place of work; house keeping; internal communication/participation; fire safety and prevention; first aid procedures and accident reporting.
What are the health and safety at Work Act?
Under section 2 of the act is the duty for employers to ensure the health, safety and welfare of all employees. It shall be the duty of every employer to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at work of all his employees. Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 General duties of employers to their employees
What are the duties of an employer under the health and Welfare Act?
General duties of the employer (Part 2, section 8) include: To ensure the safety, health and welfare at work of his or her employees. To manage and conduct work activities in such a way as to ensure the safety, health and welfare at work of all employees.
Who is responsible for Health and safety at work?
Detail employees responsibilities for health and safety at work act 1974. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that they are working in accordance with the health and safety training that they have been provided. They must also utilise any controls and/or equipment provided in the interest of health and safety.
What was management of Health and safety at Work Regulations 1999?
Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations require that an employer must suitably assess work-based activities and implement any appropriate controls to manage potential risks to the health, safety and welfare of employees (and others).