young worker readiness module3

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Saskatchewan

Ministry of

Advanced Education,

Employment and

Labour

Ministry of

Labour Relations an

Workplace Safety


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Copyright 2011, Saskatchewan Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety

This material may be used, reproduced, stored, distributed or transmitted for non-commercial purposes to promote safety and fairness in the workplace provided the

Saskatchewan Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety is acknowledgedas follows: "Saskatchewan Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety, 2011.Used with permission. This material is not to be used, reproduced, stored,distributed or transmitted for commercial purposes without written permission fromthe Saskatchewan Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety.

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We would like to thank WorkSafeBC for their permission to use and adapt aspects ofthe publication Student Work Safe Planning 10for use in this document.

Note: This is not a legal document. Consult the legislation to interpret and apply thelaw.

August, 2011 Edition


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Module 3 Table of Contents

Introduction ...........................................................................................................1

1. Why worry about health and safety?..............................................................1

Activity 1: Self-Assessment............................................................................4THINGS TO THINK ABOUT...THINGS TO DO..............................................5

2. Who has rights and responsibilities for health and safety in the workplace?..6

Activity 2: Questions to ask your employer ....................................................8

Activity 3: Michael and his Employer............................................................10

THINGS TO THINK ABOUTTHINGS TO DO........................................10

3. What are hazards?.......................................................................................11

Activity 4: Filing Cabinet...............................................................................11

Types of Hazards.........................................................................................13

Activity 5: Spot the Hazard...........................................................................15

THINGS TO THINK ABOUT...THINGS TO DO............................................20

4. What is personal protective equipment (PPE)?............................................21

Activity 6: What would you wear?.................................................................21


5. What is WHMIS?..........................................................................................25

What parts make up WHMIS?......................................................................25

What are WHMIS classification and hazard symbols?.................................27

What are my responsibilities? ......................................................................28

How dangerous are the materials? ..............................................................28

Activity 7: What should Mary do?.................................................................28


6. What do I do if I get injured? ........................................................................30

7. Who can I talk to if I need help or information? ............................................32


Occupational Health and Safety Fact Sheets...............................................33

REVIEW AND SELF-CHECK..............................................................................36

Answer Keys .......................................................................................................41


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Young Worker Readiness Certificate Course (YWRCC)

Introduction

Everyone on the job is responsible for keeping the workplace safe, but employersand supervisors hold the most responsibility. In fact, there are legal consequences ifsafety regulations are not followed and a worker is injured. In this module, you willlearn what hazards are and the three-step process for identifying andeliminating/minimizing safety hazards. You will also learn about your right to know(receive training), your right to participate (in health and safety activities) and yourright to refuse (you may refuse to do a task that you think is unusually dangerous).

1. Why worry about health and safety?

When Michael started working as a dishwasher, his employer provided training onhow to do his work safely and what hazards to watch for. You may remember that

Michael was quite nervous about starting his first job. He didnt really listen to orunderstand a lot of what he was told. Besides, he thought, How could anyone get

hurt from washing dishes? Its a pretty safe job and peopleonly get hurt in jobs like construction or working in the oilpatch. He figured he would just pick it up as he wentalong.

Although things were pretty confusing on that first day, theother two people who started at the same time as Michaeldidnt ask any questions, so he didnt want to either. Whowants to be the only one who looks like he doesnt

understand something as simple as dishwashing?

Michael did remember he was told to wear special gloves when he took the dishesout of the dishwasher. He noticed that no one else was wearing them, so he didnteither. Besides, no one checked to see if they were using the gloves, they were toldto wear. When it got busy, no one cleaned up the water on the floor or closed thedoors on the cupboards. So, how important could these things be?

Is Michael right? When you work in jobs such as a dishwasher, server or retail salesclerk, are you safe? Do these jobs have no hazards?

Module 3: Health and Safety in the Workplace (YWRCC)

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Look at the following graph and identify the top three industries where youngworkers are most frequently injured.

1. _______________ _______________

2. _______________ _______________

3. _______________ _______________

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Industries with the Highest Accepted Injury Claims for the Young Workers in 2010

The categories on the graph may become clearer to you if you look at the chart on the

next page. Examples are provided for the three industries with the highest rate of inju-

ries. These workplaces will likely be familiar to you as most young people (under the age

of 18) work in these types of workplaces.

Did you know that

most young workers

are injured duringtheir

work?

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Examples

Commodity-Wholesale-Retail

clothing stores, retail drugs and pharmacies, theatres,bookstores, grocery, department, and hardware stores,co-operative associations, lumberyards, automobileand farm implement dealerships, car washing and

glamorizing, gas bar attendants, lube shops, and

Manufacturing andProcessing

bakeries, food preparation and packaging, dairyproducts, soft drinks and meat processing, pipeline

agricultural equipment, and machine shops.

Service Industry

hairdressing and tanning salons, animal clinics,

agencies.

(Source: Workers Compensation Board, 2010)

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It is true that some industries (such as building construction, oil well servicing and

logging) are considered more high risk than others. However, Michael, like a lot of other

people, often forgets that there are potential hazards and injuries in every workplace.

In fact, one out of every 10 young people will be involved in a workplace incident.

Cause of Incidents for 15-24 Years Olds in 2010


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There are many reasons for the high number of injuries. Some possibilities include:

feeling rushed or pressured to get things done -

not having enough time to try a task and get

feedback on how you are doing or to ask

questions, the nature of the tasks that young people are

hired to do (may involve manual labour, heavy lifting or cleaning up),

lack of appropriate training and supervision (in part-time jobs you may not

always get top priority for training or an orientation to safe work practices),

inexperience in recognizing possible dangerous situations,

use of equipment, machinery or tools designed for adults, and

not being familiar with workplace rights and responsibilities.

Sometimes, general beliefs, life situations or personality characteristics can also putyou at greater risk. Assess yourself with the following questionnaire.

Did you know that young men are more likely to get hurt than any other groupof workers (73 % of young workers injured in 2010 were male)?

Activity 1: Self-Assessment

Sounds like me?

Yes No

I want to fit in and do well in my job.

I lack work experience to judge whats safe andwhats not safe.

I dont believe anything bad will happen to me.

I dont feel comfortable asking questions at work.

I dont even know what questions to ask.

I am distracted by other things going on in my life.

I am tired from juggling school, homework, a job,family life and social life.

I dont have to worry because an adult (boss, teacher,parent) is looking out for me.

Did you know that mostyoung workers are injuredduring their first three

months of work?

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If you arent working, think about how you usually are in new situationsor in activities you are involved with in your community. For example,are you generally uncomfortable asking questions and only ask if youknow and are comfortable with the people around you?

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How do you think these characteristics might affect your safety in the workplace?

Why do you want to work (for example, to buy something, to gain experience, to bemore independent, to help with the bills at home)?

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If you are injured, you may not be able to have, or do, some of the activities you

listed above.

You are important. You have much to offer others in your home, community and theworkplace. Everyone wants you to come home safely from work.

THINGSTOTHINKABOUT...THINGSTODO...

If you have access to a computer, read about Curtis Webers workplaceinjury and find out what he is doing now at

www.lrws.gov.sk.ca/youth-at-work

For more stories about young workers injured on the job, go to

http://www.workersoftomorrow.com/truestories.html (stories about young

workers in Manitoba) orhttp://www.raiseyourhand.com/ (stories about

young workers in British Columbia).

Think about how your friends and family would be affected if you were

injured at work. How would an injury affect your life and the things you liketo do?

Why do you think more young men have workplace injuries? What do your

friends think?

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2. Who has rights and responsibilities for health and

safety in the workplace?

Everyone has a role to play in keeping workplaces healthy

and safe your employer, your supervisor and you:If you are asked tobe a supervisor,make sure you areready and knowwhat yourresponsibilities are.

Your employer has overall responsibility for providing

a safe and healthy workplace.

You have a responsibility to take protect your health

and safety and that of other workers.

Your supervisor is responsible for making sure that

you know and follow safe work procedures.

Sometimes young workers are asked to become supervisors. The supervisor is often

responsible for day-to-day operations and for making sure the work is done. It canbe a heavy responsibility. Supervisors are required by law to make sure theirworkers understand and follow health and safety rules in that workplace. They needto make sure workers get the training they need, that they are using safeprocedures, and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

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Now that I havegraduated, my boss

wants me to be asupervisor.


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Here are examples of some health and safety rights and responsibilities.

Workers have threebasic rights

Employers have aresponsibilityto...

Workers have aresponsibilityto...

1. The right to know whathazards there are in yourworkplace and how toprevent harm from them.

Create a workplace culture where itsokay to ask questions about health andsafety concerns.

Provide information and training to newworkers about how to do their worksafely, how to recognize hazards onthe job and what to do about them.

Provide additional training whenworkers are moved to a new task withdifferent hazards.

Provide appropriate supervision tomake sure workers work without unduerisk.

Attend training.

Ask questions.

Use safe work procedures.

Use equipment safely.

Wear any required personalprotective equipment.

Not bully or harass anyone.

Know your rights andresponsibilities.

2. The right to participate inhealth and safety activitiesin your workplace withoutfear of getting into trouble.

If required, set up an occupationalhealth committee or representative(see OH&S Fact Sheets).

Do regular inspections of the workplacewith the committee, representative orworkers to make sure everything isworking properly.

Correct unsafe conditions andactivities.

Participate in workplaceoccupational healthcommittees, meetings andactivities.

Co-operate with committeemembers, supervisors andemployers.

Report any unsafe conditionsor equipment.

3. The right to refuse work orto do tasks that you believecan be unusually dangerousto yourself or others.

Not take any discriminatory actions(unfair actions or punishment) againstthe worker who refuses to do adangerous task.

Work with the worker, supervisorand/or Occupational Health Committeeto resolve the concern.

If the concern cant be resolved,contact an occupational health officerfrom Saskatchewan AdvancedEducation, Employment and Labour.

Share results of the investigation withall employees.

Inform your employer orsupervisor that you arerefusing work because of ahealth and safety concern.

Do not leave the worksitewithout the employerspermission.

Dont do work you are nottrained, equipped orexperienced to do.

Contact your occupationalhealth committee (if present) ifyou cant resolve your concernwith the supervisor.

If the concern cant beresolved, contact anOccupational Health Officerfrom Saskatchewan AdvancedEducation, Employment andLabour.

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Orientation and Training

When you start work, your employer should orient you to the workplace. There areseveral areas your employer should go over with you in your workplace orientationsuch as:

what to do and who to talk to if you have a safety concern,

hazards and safe work procedures,

location of first aid supplies, and

what to do in case of a fire or other emergency.

In addition to an orientation to the workplace, you should also receive training onhow to do things properly. Section 19 ofThe Occupational Health and SafetyRegulationsstates quite clearly that the employer must ensure that no worker is

permitted to perform work unless the worker:

has been trained, and has sufficient experience, to perform the work safely, or

is under close and competent supervision.

You must be paid while you are taking this training.

Activity 2: Questions to ask your employer

What health and safety questions would be important for you to ask your employerwhen you start work?

____________________________________________________

____________________________________________________

____________________________________________________

____________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________

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Unsafe Working Conditions

Consider Steves situation:

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Steve has recently started working at a butcher shop. One daywhen the other staff were busy with customers, the employer told

Steve to use the slicing machine to cut more bologna to put in thedisplay case. Steve hadnt been shown how to use the machine,but he had noticed that the safety guard was missing. Stevewasnt sure what to do if he tried to do the job, he might gethurt. On the other hand, he didnt know how to say no to hisboss especially when the other staff used the machine the way itwas. He thinks he might get into trouble if he speaks up. Its hardsometimes being the youngest person in the shop.

Every decision has consequences. Whatconsequences are you prepared to deal with? What

do you think? Should Steve do the job anyway orshould he refuse to do a task he hasnt been trained for and thatrequires him to use unsafe equipment?

I havent beentrained.

I dont know

how to dothis.

If you think a task is too dangerous or if you havent been trained to do something,tell your employer or supervisor. Identify your concern and work with your supervisorto solve the problem. Most problems are solved in this manner.

If you are unsure about talking to your supervisor, you can talk to your parents,guardian or teacher about your concerns at a later time. They may have suggestionsabout how to handle the situation. However, you are the one in the workplace andsometimes you will need to decide what to do and what to say before you can talk toanyone at home.

Ask yourself, Is this job worth being injured or dying for? Is this taskunusually dangerous for me?

A refusal to work is an individual workers right (a group of workers cannot use theright to refuse.) Remember that you should not leave your workplace without youremployers permission. The employer can give you other tasks to do until yourrefusal to work is settled.

In some workplaces, the Occupational Health Committee (OHC) or an OccupationalHealth Officer (OHO) will be asked to investigate if the problem cannot be resolved.


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Activity 3: Michael and his EmployerLook back at the story about Michael at the beginning of this module. Whatresponsibilities did Michael not follow? What should his employer have donedifferently?

Michael should have

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The employer should have

___________________________________________________________________

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___________________________________________________________________

THINGSTOTHINKABOUTTHINGSTODO

If you have access to a computer, read the Occupational Health and Safety

Tips for Young Workersat http://www.lrws.gov.sk.ca/ohs. Your parents or

gaurdians may also be interested in the Occupational Health and Safety

Tips for Parentson the same website.

Talk to people you know who are working. What health and safety

orientation did they receive? Is there an OHC at their workplace? Are

unsafe conditions addressed?

You can find out about all the information that employers are required to

provide by reading the Occupational Health and Safety Tips for Employers

http://www.lrws.gov.sk.ca/ohs.

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3. What are hazards?(Copyright WorkSafeBC. Adapted with permission from the WorkSafeBCpublication Student Worksafe Planning 10. This and other materials can be foundfree of charge at www.WorkSafeBC.com.)

Activity 4: Filing CabinetA hazard is any situation, activity, procedure or equipment that may result in harm toa person.

What hazards (unsafe conditions)do you see in this situation?

____________________________

____________________________

Why is this a hazardous situation?How likely it is that someone wouldget hurt from this hazard?

____________________________

____________________________

Could it cause death, serious injuryor minor injury?

____________________________

____________________________

____________________________

What could be done to control thehazard?

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You have just gone through some simple and effective steps for recognizing,assessing and controlling hazards!

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Step 1: See it!

What is the hazard?

When you are at work, it is important to be aware of what is happeningaround you to be on the lookout for hazardous substances andunsafe conditions.

Check out old, new or unfamiliar equipment before using it do youknow the safe way to use the equipment? Are all the safety guards inplace and working?

Step 2: Think it!

Why is this situation hazardous?

You need to determine the risk of harm from these hazards. Risk

mainly depends on two things: the likelihood of an incident happening

and the severity if it does.

Hazards can vary in their risk. Something that is a hazard to you may

not be to someone with more training and experience they may have

already learned how to safely deal with the hazard.

Step 3: Do it!

What can be done to prevent an incident or injury?

You may be able to take care of some hazards right away wipe up

water spilled on the floor or put trash in the garbage bin.

You may not be able to take care of other hazards immediately. You

will need to report them to your supervisor or employer. In some

workplaces, hazards are also reported to the Occupational HealthCommittee (OHC) or representative.

Talk to your supervisor about the procedures that you must follow in

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The employer will then need to implement the most effective way tocontrol the hazard. She or he may be able to:

eliminatethe hazard altogether (e.g., by replacing or fixing equipmentthat is broken);

reducethe hazard by figuring out a way to do the job that is lessdangerous (for example, change the pace of work or rotate jobs so therisk of injury is reduced) or by using a different product that is lesshazardous (e.g., using a less toxic cleaning product); or providepersonal protective equipment to protectworkerswhen working inhazardous situations and provide workers with training.

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Types of Hazards

Health and safety hazards come in many shapes and forms and can have long termor short-term effects.

Hazards

Type Examples

ChemicalCleaning supplies, battery acid, turpentine, paints,propane fumes

Biological Bacteria, viruses, blood, dust, animal bites, mould,insect stings

Physical agents Electric currents, exposure to heat or cold, light,vibration, noise

Work design(ergonomics)

Poor lighting, repetitive movements, computer monitors,lifting heavy objects

Stress Harassment, shift work, violence, poor workingconditions

Slipping and tripping Being pushed or thrown into an object

Fires and explosions Bumping into or stepping on objects

Moving parts of

machinery, tools andequipment

Hazards posed by violence, working alone or in isolatedworkplaces

Working at heights(such as work done onscaffolds or ladders)

Being struck, crushed or pinned by a falling object

Vehicles (such asforklifts or ATVs)

Excessive physical effort or exertion

Lifting and othermanual handling

operations

Excessive physical effort or exertion


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Some common hazards in industries where you might work include...

Warehouses Retail Shops

Improper lifting Lifting of heavy objects

Unstable stacks of products Repetitive work activities Noise from equipment Working at heights (ladders) Operating and working around

moving equipment withoutproper training

Not following safe workprocedures

Harassment

Improper lifting Poor posture

Cluttered work area Improper use of box cutter (orother tools)

Repetitive lifting or other workactivities

Unsafe use of ladders Harassment Lack of safe work procedures Harassment

Grocery Stores Restaurants and Fast Food Outlets

Improper lifting Improper use of box cutter Repetitive lifting or scanning

grocery items

Poor posture and standing forlong periods of time (cashiers)

Carrying heavy loads Improper use of mobile

equipment

Contact with hot objects

Contact with harmful substancesor materials

Harassment

Struck by objects Slips and trips (e.g., on greasy

floor)

Handling of hot items or coming incontact with hot items

Contact with chemical substances Improper lifting Harassment Horseplay

Parks and Yard Maintenance (Working Outdoors)

Repetitive lifting or other motions Carrying heavy loads Lack of personal protective equipment or not trained on their use and care Lack of training or improper use of equipment or tools Contact with running equipment Noise and vibrations from machines

Working alone and harassment Dust, pollens, insect bites Hazardous chemicals (e.g., pesticides) Fall from large machinery Not following safe work procedures

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Activity 5: Spot the Hazard

1. Convenience Store - Megan works various shifts in a convenience store that is

open 24 hours a day. In addition to helping customers and operating the cash

register, she is asked to stock shelves. Practice identifying hazards by using the

three-step process. What hazards do you see in this picture?

Step 1: See it!(What are the hazards?)

Step 2: Think It!(Why is this a hazardoussituation? How serious isthe risk?)

Step 3: Do it!(What could be done toprevent an incident from

happening?)


For this, and the following hazard scenarios, look back at the previouspages for ideas about types of hazards. Read the OccupationalHealth and Safety Fact Sheets (found at the end of this module)formore information about hazards such as manual handling, harassment,and working alone.

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2. Kitchen Worker- You may remember that Michaels employer told him abouthazards to watch for in the restaurant. Michael only remembered a few thingsthat he was told. Use the three-step process to identify the hazards he is facingin this situation.


Step 1: See it!

Step 2: Think it!

Step 3: Do it!

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3. Warehouse - John was laid off at the hardware store. His employer thought

John was a good worker but business was just too slow to keep new staff. The

employer said he had heard that they were hiring down at the warehouse. Even

though John wasnt sure he would like that kind of work, he decided to apply.

John got the job and starting working again. What kinds of hazards does John

face in the warehouse?

Step 1: See it!

Step 2: Think It!

Step 3: Do it!


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4. Mechanic Shop Brent is grinding down brake pads and Todd stopped in to

visit on his break. What hazards are these young workers facing?


Step 1: See it!

Step 2: Think it!

Step 3: Do it!

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5. Outside Worker- Julia works in a park and is outside most of the time plantingflowers, trimming grass, and picking up garbage. Sometimes she is the onlyemployee working in that part of the park. What hazards might she face in her

job?

Possible Hazards

Things to do to address hazards

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Additional information and activities on hazards in high risk jobs are available

at www.lrws.gov.sk.ca/youth-at-work.

If your job is similar to Julia and Johns (or whenever you are doing physical

work) try some warm-up exercises before you start. Examples can be found

at

http://www.wcbsask.com/WCBPortal/ShowProperty/WCBRepository/tipDetails

/warmUp.

Information about ergonomics (over exertion and repetitive motion injuries)

can be found at

http://www.wcbsask.com/WCBPortal/ShowProperty/WCBRepository/pdfs/ci20

07_20.

Safe lifting tecniques can be found at

http://www.wcbsask.com/WCBPortal/ShowProperty/WCBRepository/workSaf

eAds/safeLifting.

Before going to work, check out the workplace. Is the workplace uncluttered

and organized? Are there visible signs of neglect or hazardous substances?

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4. What is personal protective equipment (PPE)?personal protective equipment (PPE)?

The best employers and supervisors work to eliminate hazards as much as possible.Because some hazards cant be eliminated, you may have to use personalprotective equipment (PPE) when you do some tasks. What PPE would you use to

protect yourself when doing the following tasks? (Note: There may be more than onepiece of PPE for a task.)

Remember, if you dont have the right equipment, you wont be properlyprotected.

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Activity 6: What would you wear?

What would you wear when you are... Choice PPE

Carrying lumber?

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a) safety goggles

Working around equipment that is noisy?

b) face shield

Working with hot fluids that can splatter?

c) hearing protection


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Working with corrosive materials thatburn your skin?

d) work gloves

Working on wet or slippery surfaces?

e) heat resistant gloves

Sanding?

f) steel toed boots

Removing hot items from an oven?

g) dust mask

Working around falling objects?

h) anti-slip footwear


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To protect your feet from being hit?

i) hard hat

You may think that you look silly when you wear PPE or that it is toohot or too uncomfortable to wear. Think of the consequences if youdont wear your equipment burns, broken toes, concussions,damage to your lungs, and loss of hearing! Now that would make yourlife much more uncomfortable! So, remember your rights andresponsibilities around PPE.

What you can do...

Take the training the employer offers about howto use PPE.

Learn whento use PPE and use it as youve been trained.

Take care of the PPE thats assigned to you.

Get damaged PPE replaced.


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Have you had to use PPE in jobs youve done? Have your friends or family

members? What training did they receive?

I have to wear heatresistant gloves when Iuse the oven.

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5. What is WHMIS?

You were introduced to the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System(WHMIS) in Module 1. Your workplace may use a lot of different hazardoussubstances. Some may even be things you see every day such

as paint, cleaning liquids or antiseptics for cuts. Even theseordinary things can make you very sick if they are usedincorrectly. WHMIS provides information about any materials(solids, liquids and gases) that pose a risk or hazard in theworkplace. It lets you know which materials are dangerous and how to protectyourself when you have to handle them.

Remember, allworkplaces inCanada follow thesame WHMIS rules.

Remember that workers under 16 years of age should not be working withhazardous chemicals or biological substances that are particularlydangerous. Talk to your supervisor if you have concerns about any of thesubstances with which you are asked to work.

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What parts make up WHMIS?

WHMIS has three main parts to help you identify and handle hazardous materialssafely:

1. Labels Supplier labels are provided by the manufacturer of the product.

Manufacturers and suppliers classify these products and assign one or more of

the appropriate hazard symbols. The materials are then shipped to the workplace.

When any hazardous material is taken out of the supplier container and put into

another container, workplace labels must be put on the new container. Labels areused to alert you to the type of hazardous material in the container, what the

dangers of the product are and how to use the product safely. They also direct

you to the second part of the information system, the Material Safety Data Sheets.

2. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) These sheets provide more information

than labels. They tell you how to handle emergencies and clean-ups and what

controls are needed for the safe use of the material. The law requires employers

to have MSDS available for every hazardous material in the workplace. You need

to make sure you know where the MSDS is (and whats in it) before you use any

hazardous product. There are nine sections on a MSDS and none of them can beleft out. Dont expect to always see the sections in the same order, as that may

vary from sheet to sheet.

When you read real MSDSs in the workplace, you will find that they are

not all written in the same clear way that your textbooks at school are.

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If only I had knownthat before I started.

No one told me!

I didnt know.

information. So, when you read a MSDS, dont get bogged down by the language!

For example, if you want to find out what safety gear needs to be worn when

working with a hazardous product, scanthe MSDS to find the heading of the section

(Preventive Measures) that has the information you need. If you want to know

about first aid treatments, look in the First Aid Measures section.

3 WorkerEducation Employers must provide instruction to each worker on how

to use WHMIS, what hazardous materials are on site, how to handle them

properly and what other identification systems are used in the workplace. Since

each worksite may be different, the employer has to provide training so you know

that there are hazardous materials present. For general information and training

on WHMIS, go to http://worksafesask.ca/ and take the online WHMIS course.

Please note that there is a fee for taking this course.

Dont let the names confuse you! Hazardous materials are sometimes

called hazardous products, controlled products or dangerousgoods. A controlled product falls into one or more of the WHMIShazard classifications.
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What are WHMIS classification and hazard symbols?

There are eight WHMIS hazard symbols.

CLASS A: COMPRESSED GASThis class includes compressed gases, dissolved gases and gasesliquefied by compression or refrigeration.

CLASS B: FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL

This class includes solids, liquids and gases capable of catching fire in thepresence of a spark or open flame under normal working conditions.

CLASS C: OXIDIZING MATERIAL

These materials increase the risk of fire if they come in contact with

flammable or combustible materials.

CLASS D: POISONOUS AND INFECTIOUS MATERIALDivision 1: Materials Causing Immediate and Serious Toxic Effects

These materials can cause death or immediate injury when a person isexposed to small amounts. Examples: sodium cyanide, hydrogen sulphide

CLASS D: POISONOUS AND INFECTIOUS MATERIALDivision 2: Materials Causing Other Toxic EFFECTS

These materials can cause life-threatening and serious long-term healthproblems as well as less severe but immediate reactions in a person who isrepeatedly exposed to small amounts.

CLASS D: POISONOUS AND INFECTIOUS MATERIALDivision 3: Biohazardous Infectious MATERIAL

These materials contain harmful microorganisms that have been classifiedinto Risk Groups 2, 3 and 4 as determined by the World HealthOrganization (WHO) or the Medical Research Council of Canada.

CLASS E: CORROSIVE MATERIAL

This class includes caustic and acid materials that can destroy the skin oreat through metals. Examples: sodium hydroxide, hydrochloric acid, nitricacid

CLASS F: DANGEROUSLY REACTIVE MATERIAL

These products may self-react dangerously (for example, they mayexplode) upon standing or when exposed to physical shock or to increasedpressure or temperature, or they emit toxic gases when exposed to water.

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What are my responsibilities?

You have a responsibility to use the label system, check the information in theMSDS and follow the safety procedures the employer has developed. Always usethe personal protective equipment provided by your employer. Do not eat or drink

while working with a hazardous substance.

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Always ask if you are unsure about a product!

TIPYou may have learned about WHMIS symbols at school and you mayeven have a certificate that says you have successfully completed a

WHMIS course. In fact, some employers will want to hire people who have generalWHMIS certificates. However, you still need to take the second part of WHMIStraining the training that the employer provides about hazardous materials andsafe work procedures in that workplace. Every time you go to work for anotheremployer, you will have to learn about hazardous materials in that workplace.

How dangerous are the materials?Mary works as a server in a small family restaurant. One morning, when Mary cameinto work, she noticed that the floor in the kitchen needed cleaning. She found a pail,a mop, plastic gloves and two half-empty identical containers of cleaning solutionsnear the kitchen sink. The labels on the containers had been damaged by thechemicals and she couldnt read them. Neither of the containers had enoughsolution to allow her to clean the floor properly. Mary thought she would haveenough solution to do the job if she mixed the chemicals together.

Activity 7: What should Mary do?Circle the number of the sentence that best explains what Mary should do.

1. Mix the chemicals and clean the floor.

2. Wait for her supervisor to come to work and ask her what to do.

3. Clean the floor without using the chemicals.

Remember that hazardous materials can be inhaled (breathed in), ingested(swallowed) or absorbed through the skin. Harm to your health may occur suddenly

(dizziness, nausea and itchy eyes or skin) or it may occur gradually over years(dermatitis or cancer). Sometimes the body reacts strongly to defend againstexposure. This is called sensitization; examples of sensitization include rashes andasthma-like reactions such as wheezing and coughing. Sensitization is acquiredover a period of exposures, but once sensitization occurs, low-level exposure to thematerial will cause a strong reaction. Avoiding exposure to the material is the onlysolution.


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Some workplaces have specific health and safety training requirements that

are helpful for you to have before you start work. For example, a lifeguard

must have a certain level of swimming certification and have First Aid training.

Find out what is required for the jobs you will be applying for. Check out the

health and safety training that is available in your community. Does your

school, regional college or other community organization offer health and

safety courses such as WHMIS or First Aid?

Ask at school or ask someone you know who is working about MSDSs. Could

you look at a real MSDS and find important information?

I have to passFirst Aid trainingbefore I start mynew job.

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6. What do I do if I get injured?

Michael has slipped on the floor in the kitchen at work. He has hurt his arm heknows it isnt broken, but thinks it might be sprained as it really aches and hasstarted to swell. He doesnt want anyone to know, because he thinks he might getinto trouble for not paying attention to the grease spot on the floor. It was busy and

he just didnt see it. He is not sure whether he should try toignore his arm until his shift is over or say hes sick andleave work.

What advice would you give Michael? What should he do?

________________________________________________

________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________

If you are injured at work for whatever reason it is important that you get helpand tell your supervisor. Procedures may vary somewhat from one workplace toanother, but generally, you will follow these steps:

Get first aid.

Report the incident to your employer or supervisor.

Seek medical attention if you need it. If you go to a doctors office or a

hospital, tell them this is a workplace injury.

Fill out the Workers Initial Report of Injury as soon as possible. Submit it to

the Saskatchewan Workers Compensation Board (WCB).

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The injury report asks for certain information. This is shown on the following chart.

Heading Explanation

Your name, address, Social Insurance

Number, etc.

Worker Information

Employer Information Name, address, contact person

Injury Information Details of how the injury happened

Sources of income and time-off due toinjury

Wage and Employment Information

Direct Deposit Information The bank you deal with and the address

That the information you have provided

is the truthDeclaration

The Workers Compensation Actcovers most workers in Saskatchewan. Employerspay insurance premiums based on the type of work that is done in their business.The Act covers all full-time, part-time and seasonal workers as soon as they startwork. Some occupations and industries (such as artists and poultry farms) are notcovered under the Act. Check with the WCB or your employer if you arent sure ifyour job is covered.

Workers compensation may cover medical costs, such as prescription drugs or anyhospital expenses and a portion of the salary you will lose by not being able to work.They also have services to help you return to work.

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7. Who can I talk to if I need help or information?

Whenever you have a health and safety concern, talk to your supervisor or employerfirst.

You can raise concerns with your OHC or health and safety representative. Youdont have to wait until a workplace safety inspection is done.

Some workplaces have a union representative (shop steward). Questions andconcerns can be discussed with her/him.

You can also get information from the Occupational Health and Safety Division of theMinistry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety at their toll free numbers:1-800-567-7233 (Regina) or 1-800-667-5023 (Saskatoon). Offices are open

THINGS TO THINK ABOUT...THINGS TO DO...

If you have access to a computer, review your knowledge by going through

the Occupational Health and Safety Interactive Quiz at

http://www.lrws.gov.sk.ca/youth-at-work.

More information can be found on Occupational Health and Safetys websiteat:http://www.lrws.gov.sk.ca/ohs

Help!

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Occupational Health and Safety Fact Sheets

What is manual handling?Many jobs that young workers have involve manual handling (any activity requiringthe use of force exerted by a person to lift, lower, push, pull, slide or hold objects).Placing boxes and other items on shelves, painting, gardening, operating levers onmachinery and working with tools are some examples of manual handling tasks.

Most manual handling injuries (strains, sprains, neck and back injuries, slips andfalls, cuts and bruises, or musculoskeletal injuries)can be prevented by instruction,training and supervision. Work procedures may include things such as safe liftingtechniques, how to use manual handling aids and knowing when to ask for help witha heavy load. Whenever possible:

break loads into smaller, manageable quantities,

protect your hands and feet in case the load falls, use ladders safely, reduce bending, twisting, reaching movements, prevent muscle strain and fatigue by doing warm-up stretches before and during

the job, and

take time for rest breaks, and lift to and from waist height whenever possible.

As a young worker, you are more likely than an older worker to be injured throughwork that involves manual handling. Your body is still developing and is less able tocope with strain.

The Occupational Health and Safety Regulationsdo not have a limit on the weight aworker can lift in the workplace. However, they do say that no worker should engagein manual lifting, holding or transporting objects that, by reason of weight, size orshape, are likely to cause injury to the worker. People vary in their ability to dothings. It depends on things such as age, strength, body development, health, abilityto deal with fatigue and the type of lift you are doing. Know yourself and yourstrengths and limitations.

As students, you are also involved in manual handling. Think about how much yourbackpack weighs when it is full of books! To remain healthy, many doctors

recommend that your backpack should not be more than 15-20% of your totalweight. For example, if you weigh 40 kilograms, your backpack should weigh nomore than six to eight kilograms. Try weighing your backpack to see ifyou are carrying a safe load. To learn more about ergonomics andthe prevention of musculoskeletal injuries, check out the occupationalhealth and safety website at www.lrws.gov.sk.ca/ohs.

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What is harassment in the workplace?

Harassment means any inappropriate conduct, comment, display, action or gestureby a person that is a threat to the health or safety of a worker. All employers inSaskatchewan are required to take reasonable steps to prevent and stopharassment whether the harassment is from co-workers, managers or customers.

All employers in Saskatchewan are required to develop and implement a policycreated for dealing with concerns and complaints of harassment, including anexplanation of how complaints will be brought to the attention of the employer.

There are two types of harassment covered by The Occupational Health and SafetyActand regulations:

1. Harassment based on race, creed, religion, colour, sex, sexual orientation,marital status, family status, disability, physical size or weight, age, nationality,ancestry or place of origin; and

2. Harassment that affects a workers psychological or physical well-being and thatthe person knows or should know would cause a worker to be humiliated orintimidated (often called personal harassment or bullying).

Personal harassment may include things like verbal or written abuse, insultingjokes, personal ridicule, vandalism of personal property, or sabotaging your work.

Under this second type, the harassment must:

1. involve repeated action or display, or

2. involve a single, serious occurrence that has been established to havecaused a lasting harmful effect on a worker.

Note that any reasonable action that is taken by an employer or supervisorrelating to the management and direction of the employers workers or theplace of employment is NOT harassment.

There are a number of things you can do if you believe you are being harassed atwork:

Review your employers harassment policy and procedures.

Speak with the person who is the cause of the harassment. They may not realizethat their conduct or display is offensive to you. Informing them of your feelingsmay put an end to the matter. However, there may be times where this option isnot appropriate.

Notify your supervisor or employer. They should assist you in using theharassment policy in your workplace to start the process towards resolution.

Contact your union or other employee association for assistance.

Contact Occupational Health and Safety for assistance.

Some workplaces also need a violence prevention policy. This includes businessessuch as restaurants in which alcohol is served and retail establishments openbetween 11:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. For more information, check out the Violencefactsheet on the Occupational Health and Safety website at www.lrws.gov.sk.ca/ohs.
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What does an Occupational Health Committee do?

There is a team approach to health and safety in Saskatchewan workplaces.

Occupational Health Committees (OHC) and representatives are part of the safety

team in most workplaces. Committee members help to reduce incidents and

illnesses in the workplace through activities such as:

helping employers identify, assess and control hazards,

talking with workers about health and safety concerns,

making regular inspections of the workplace,

helping with investigating incidents and refusals to work, and

making recommendations to the employer for improving workplace health and

safety.

Becoming an OHC member is one way to exercise your right to participate in health

and safety activities in the workplace.

All workplaces with ten or more workers are required to have OHCs. Worker health

and safety representatives are required in high hazard industries, such as nursing

homes, homecare, small auto body shops, wholesale baking and building

construction, that have between from four and nine workers.

The employer is responsible for setting up a committee and getting it working.

Names of committee members and minutes from meetings and workplace

inspections must be posted where workers can see them.

How am I protected if I work alone?

In The Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, working alone means whenyou are the only worker of the employer at that worksite and that assistance is notreadily available to you in the event of injury, ill health or emergency.

If you are required to work alone or at an isolated place, the employer must identifythe risks and take reasonable steps to eliminate or reduce those risks, such asproviding PPE, establishing safe work practices and procedures, and providingtraining. Actions to reduce risks must include a way to get in contact with you, suchas by phone or radio. Employers may also establish regular check-in times withyou, only allow you to do certain tasks when you are alone or only let you work alonewhen you have had a certain amount of training and experience.


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Review and Self-CheckNow that you have finished this module, you are able to:

Describe why health and safety is important to you.

List and discuss primary causes of injuries to young workers.

Accurately identify employer and worker rights and responsibilities for keeping

workplaces healthy and safe.

Apply a hazard recognition process to workplace situations and suggest ways

to deal with them.

Recognize WHMIS symbols and know where to look for important information

on MSDSs. Identify personal protective equipment.

The following activities will help you to review some of the key ideas in this module.

1. True or False?

1. A group of workers has the right to refuse work that they believe to beunusually dangerous.

2. If I get injured at work, the first thing I should do is get first aid.

3. You should be more concerned about your safety rights than yourresponsibilities.

4. Only high risk workplaces need to have MSDSs.

5. You are being teased about your weight by a group of co-workers and youfeel upset and humiliated. Your friend doesnt think its a problem becausethose workers are known to tease everyone about something! This isharassment.

6. The employer is ultimately responsible for keeping the workplace healthyand safe.

7. Every workplace has to have an Occupational Health Committee.

8. Eliminating the risk to workers is the most effective way to control a hazard.

9. Most workplaces only have one hazard.

10. If you already have a WHMIS certificate, you dont need to take theworkplace WHMIS training.

11. You have to follow the safe work procedures the employer told you to use

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2. Match the symbol to the classification.

Write the letter of the symbol in the blank before the classification it matches.

a)

b)

c)

d)

e)

f)

g)

h)

_____1. Compressed Gas

_____2. Poisonous and Infectious Material Materials causing immediateand serious toxic effects

_____3. Flammable and Combustible

Materials

_____4. Corrosive Material

_____ 5. Poisonous and Infectious Material Materials causing other toxiceffects

_____6. Oxidizing Material

_____7. Poisonous and Infectious Material Biohazardous Infectious material

_____8. Dangerously Reactive Material

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3. Multiple Choice Questions

Circle the letter for the sentence that is the best answer to the question.

Answer

1. You see some co-workers doing a job in a way that could cause themto get hurt. What do you do?

a) Ignore them

b) Inform your supervisor

c) Tell your co-workers you are concerned and why you areconcerned.

d) Run for cover

2. As a young worker, you are most likely to be injured on the job:

a) During the first yearb) During the first three months

c) At the same rate as older workers.

d) During the first two weeks

3. As a new worker, you have the right to be told about:

a) The hazardous materials being used in your workplace

b) Procedures for safely handling the chemicals

c) The PPE you will need to wear

d) All of the above

4. Young workers under the age of 19 are at most risk for injuries from:

a) Exposure to harmful substances

b) Overexertion

c) Coming in contact with objects

d) None of the above

5. What should you do if your PPE needs to be repaired?

a) Share with a co-worker until yours can be fixed

b) Carry on with your task; it wont matter if you dont use PPE thisone time

c) Take your PPE home to fix

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4. Provide short answers to the questions.

a) Earl has been late for work several times. The employer has noticed this and

has talked to him about it before. Earl is late again. The employer calls him

into the office and wants to know why he is late and what he is going to do to

avoid being late in the future. Is this personal harassment? Why or why not?

b) Describe the three health and safety rights all workers have and provide. List

one responsibility you have for each right.

c) On a regular basis, my boss asks me to lift a box that weighs more than 30

kilograms. I think there is a law that says I can only be asked to lift boxes

under 22 kilograms. Who is right? My boss or me? What are the rules?

d) Tara is a high school student who works in a restaurant. A group of older kids

who come to the restaurant always make fun of Tara and make rude

comments when she cleans their table. The supervisor frequently sees this

happening and does nothing. When Tara tried to talk to her supervisor about

how humiliating and upsetting the comments are, she was told that she needs

to learn to handle the situation because the customer is always right. Is this

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5. Health and Safety Crossword Puzzle

1

2 3

4 5

6

7 8

9

10

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Across Down

2. Makes sure you do your job safely4. Work out or solve a problem6. Workplace Hazardous Materials

Information System7. The OHC conducts a regular

workplace ___.10. Swallowed

1. Work station design3. You have a right to ___ in health andsafety activities.

5. Information and training about how todo your job safely

8. Banging into something is an exampleof a ___ hazard.

9. Breathed in

Words to Use:

Ergonomics

Inhaled

Participate

ResolveIngested SafetyInspection SupervisorOrientation WHMIS

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Answer Keys

Module 3:

Health and Safety in the Workplace

Answer Key for Module 3 Activities

Activity 1: Self-Assessment

This activity asks you to think about yourself and come to some understanding of

why you do the things you do. Therefore, everyones responses will be different.

Activity 2: Questions to ask your employer

Some questions you may have included in your list are:

What are the hazards of the job?

Is job safety training available?

What safety procedures and policies should I know about?

What safety equipment do I need to do my job?

Will I receive training on how to use the PPE required for the job?

Are there any areas I shouldnt be in or tools I shouldnt use?

What should I do in case of fire or another emergency?

Where are the fire extinguishers, first aid kits, first aid rooms and emergency

assistance?

If I notice something wrong, whom do I tell?

Is there a health and safety representative or OHC in this workplace?

What should I do if I get injured or am involved in an incident?

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Activity 3: Michael and his Employer

You may have identified these responsibilities for Michael and his employer.

Michaels Responsibilities Employers Responsibilities

Attend and pay attention duringtraining.

Ask questions.

Ask for the safety procedures tobe repeated.

Talk to the employer about whatto do when things are busy.Should he be taking time to closecupboard doors and wipe up spillswhen it is busy? What are thegood housekeeping rules he

needs to follow? Wear all PPE that he is supposed

to, even if others arent.

Make sure workers know it is okayto ask questions about theirtraining or other health and safetyconcerns.

Make sure workers understandthe orientation and training theyreceive.

Provide appropriate supervision toensure workers are following safework procedures and using PPE.

Remind all workers about the

procedures to follow and the PPEto use.

Provide PPE and training on howto use it.

Activity 4: Filing Cabinet

CopyrightWorkSafeBC. Adapted with permission.

What are the hazards: Why is this hazardous? How likely is itthat someone would get hurt?

Open file drawer Papers on the floor

Someone could slip and fall on thepapers on the floor. They might bangtheir head on the filing cabinet or floor.They could also injure their arms ifthey tried to break their fall.

Someone could bang into the opendrawer and get bruised or a gash ontheir leg.

Could it cause death, serious injury orminor injury?

What could be done to control thehazard?

This would most likely cause a minorinjury.

Use good housekeeping practices bypicking up the papers.

If the drawer is too full to close, askfor another space to file the papers.

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Activity 5: Spot the Hazard

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1. Convenience Store - Megan

See it! Think it! Megan is reaching over stacked items She is overextending her arms Items may be too heavy for lifting Items not stacked properly

Could strain arms, shoulder, or backfrom awkward lifting

Items could fall on her or a customer ifknocked over

If glass items get broken, she couldget cut

Grocery items could fall off the edgeDo it!

Dont overextend (reach too far) or twist body when lifting Use proper lifting techniques Ask for help to lift heavy items Use proper posture while working

2. Kitchen Worker Michael

See it! Think it!

Server holding tray in unstableposition (over shoulder)

Server cannot see Michael coming

around the corner Server not paying attention topotential oncoming traffic

Server could lose balance Michael looks distracted by something

Workers could collide coming aroundthe corner

They could fall due to a collision

Both workers could get hurt frombroken glass Both could get burned by hot liquids

Do it!

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3. Warehouse - John

See it! Think it!

John is reaching too high to lift the box He has his leg on the second top rung

of the ladder so he is in an unstableposition

Box could be too heavy to lift Forklift is in the aisle

He could fall off the ladder Another worker may start operating

the forklift Box could fall on him He could get shoulder or back strain

Do it!

Do not stand on the top two rungs of the ladder Ensure the ladder is in correct and secure position Use proper lifting techniques Ensure forklift driver is aware of John on ladder Ask for assistance with heavy boxes, if required

3. Mechanic Shop Brent and Todd

See it! Think it!

Brent isnt wearing a face mask whengrinding/sanding

Brent isnt wearing safety glasses Brent could be distracted by Todd Todd sitting on unstable stack of tires

Dust is airborne Debris could get into Brent or Todds

eyes

Stack of tires could collapse and Toddcould fall

Todd could fall onto Brent or the carDo it!

Wear proper personal protective equipment (dust mask, safety glasses) Move tires away from car Do not sit on stack of tires Clean up work area Pay attention to task and the dangers around you


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4. Outside Worker - Julia

Possible Hazards Ways to address the hazards

Working alone Moving parts of equipment (lawn

mower, grass trimmer) Sunburn, heat stroke Insect (animal) bites, dust, pollen Chemicals (pesticides) Noise and vibrations from machinery Repetitive motions (planting plants,

digging, picking up garbage)

Provide a cell phone for emergenciesor have regular check-in times

Training on safe work procedures(WHMIS, PPE) and what tasks can bedone when working alone

Take regular breaks from repetitivemovements and the heat

Drink lots of water Use PPE (such as ear plugs, mask,

gloves, hat, safety goggles) and insectrepellent

Activity 6: What would you wear?

What would you wear when you are...

Carrying lumber? d) work gloves

Working around equipment that is noisy? c) hearing protection

Working with hot fluids that splatter? b) face shield

Working with corrosive chemicals? a) safety goggles

d) work gloves

Working on wet or slippery surfaces? h) anti-slip footwear

Sanding? g) dust mask

a) safety goggles

Removing hot items from an oven? e) heat resistant gloves

Working around falling objects? f) steel-toed boots

i) hard hat

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Activity 7: What should Mary do?

If you selected answer number two, youre right! If you dont know what thechemicals are, dont use them and definitely dont mix them together. Chemicalsmay react with one another and release poisonous gas. Sometimes they can even

catch fire or explode. Unfortunately, in the real situation, Mary mixed the chemicals.They released chlorine gas. Mary damaged her lungs and was hospitalized.

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Answer Key for Review and Self-Check

1. True or False

1. False. The right to refuse is an individual workers right.

2. True

3. False. As part of the workplace safety team, it is important to know bothyour rights and your responsibilities.

4. False. Employers in all workplaces are required to have MSDS available forevery hazardous product in the workplace.

5. True

6. True

7. False. Only workplaces with ten or more workers are required to have anOHC. High hazard industries that have between four and nine workers arerequired to have a health and safety representative.

8. True

9. False. The number, type and severity of hazards will vary from one workplace

to another. However, all workplaces will have more than one hazard.

10. False. All workers must receive WHMIS training that is specific to a particularworkplace. The employer is responsible for providing training in hazardousmaterials and safe work procedures in his/her workplace.

11.True

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2. Match the symbol to the classification

Write the letter of the symbol in the blank before the classification it matches.

_e) 1. Compressed Gas

c)_2. Poisonous and Infectious Material Materials causing immediate andserious toxic effects

__b) 3. Flammable and CombustibleMaterials

__d)_4. Corrosive Material

__h) 5. Poisonous and Infectious Material Materials causing other toxic effects

_ g) _6. Oxidizing Material

_ _f)_7. Poisonous and Infectious Material Biohazardous Infectious material

__a)_ 8. Dangerously Reactive Material

a)

b)

c)

d)

e)

f)

g)

h)

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3. Multiple Choice Questions

1. c) Tell your co-workers you are concerned and why you are concerned. If youfeel uncertain or uncomfortable about doing this, you could tell yoursupervisor instead (choice b).

2. b) During the first three months.

3. d) All of the above. All of this information should be provided in yourworkplace orientation or in workplace training.

4. c) Coming in contact with objects.

5. d) Tell your supervisor and get your PPE replaced.

2. Short Answer Questions

a) No, this is not personal harassment. It is reasonable for the employer toexpect Earl to be at work on time and to talk to Earl when he is repeatedlylate. The employer sets standards for the workplace and wants to know howEarl is going to meet those standards.

b)

Worker Rights:One example of the following worker

responsibilities:

The right to know whathazards are in the workplaceand what to do about them.

Attend training, ask questions, usesafe work procedures, use equipmentsafely, wear required PPE, not bully or

harass anyone, know your rights andresponsibilities.

The right to participate inhealth and safety activities inthe workplace.

Participate in health and safetycommittees, meetings and activities;co-operate with OHC members,supervisors and employers; reportunsafe conditions or equipment.

The right to refuse work ortasks that you believe aredangerous to you or others.

Tell your supervisor/employer aboutyour concern; do not leave theworksite without your employerspermission; dont do work you are not

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c) The OccupationalHealth and Safety Actand Regulationsdont have a specificlimit on the amount a worker can lift. The weight that is safe for you to lift maybe different from the weight that is safe for someone else to lift. However, theRegulations do state that workers shouldnt engage in lifting that is likely tocause injury. So, it depends on what would be a reasonable weight you could

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d) Yes, this is personal harassment. The supervisor has witnessed theharassment and Tara has told the supervisor how the customers actionsaffect her (that she is humiliated and upset). The employer is required to havea harassment policy in place in the workplace. Therefore, the supervisor isrequired to follow the procedures outlined in the policy and to take reasonablesteps to prevent and stop the harassment.

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