Effective October 1, 2012, Ontario Ministry of Labour OHSA health and safety inspectors require Ontario employers to post the new workplace poster called “Health & Safety at Work - Prevention Starts Here”.
Under the OHSA, employers are
required to post the OHSA Act and any explanatory material prepared by the
Ministry, which includes this poster. The new poster summarizes workers’
health and safety rights and responsibilities and the responsibilities of
employers and supervisors. It also
reminds employers that they must not take action against workers for following
the Act or for raising workplace health and safety concerns. The poster encourages workers to get involved in
health and safety and explains when and why to contact the Ministry of Labour.
Steve Jones – Business Leadership
Corp.
“When it comes to safety, everyone
has the chance to lead”
4 comments:
This poster is a wonderful resource for employees and employers alike. All work areas should have signage containing information on workplace safety, and employee's rights and responsibilities. Clear communication helps to foster a safe workplace culture.
Yes, it’s really helpful to have a permanent and integrated reminder of health and safety regulations in every workplace. I don’t think it would be the employer’s loss to submit to this either. This would help motivate every employee and keep productivity high. And that would only be possible if they feel safe in their place of work.
It feels good to work in an environment where you feel safe. Knowing that the company is concerned and really cares about your personal welfare is more than enough to keep the employees motivated to give their best all the time.
An employee can only be truly productive when he's comfortable with the working environment and that somebody's being accountable to their safety.
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