Office Safety Online Training

The course covers the following topics:
1. OBLIGATIONS UNDER THE LAW – OHSA
• Employer’s Duty to Provide a Safe Workplace
• Appoint Competent Supervisors
• Other Employers Duties
2. THREE RIGHTS
The chapter describes the “Three Rights” that workers have regarding workplace safety. The first right is the right to know about the dangers present in their workplace. This means that employers must inform their employees of any potential hazards or risks associated with their job duties.
The second right is the right to participate in the health and safety program in their workplace. Workers have the right to be a member of the Joint Health and Safety Committee and to participate in training related to workplace safety.
The third right is the right to refuse unsafe work. This means that if an employee believes that their work is unsafe or could cause harm to themselves or others, they have the right to refuse to do the work until the hazard is corrected.
It is important to note that there are some exceptions to these rights in certain circumstances, such as in healthcare, firefighting, and policing. However, in general, these rights are protected by law (QHSA S.43-S.49) and employers must take steps to ensure that their employees are aware of and able to exercise these rights.
3. WORK REFUSAL
The chapter describes the circumstances under which a worker has the right to refuse work. According to the Occupational Health and Safety Act, a worker may refuse to do a job if they believe that any equipment, machine, device, or thing they are required to use or operate is likely to endanger themselves or others.
Additionally, workers may refuse work if they believe that the physical condition of the workplace or a part there of is likely to endanger themselves or others. This can include issues related to building condition, housekeeping, or other physical hazards.
Finally, if workers believe that there is a contravention of the Occupational Health and Safety Act in their workplace, they may also refuse work.
Apart from work refusal, also learn about the following in detail:
• Report of a Refusal
• Roles and Responsibilities for all Workplace Parties
4. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supervisor/Manager Responsibilities
• Workers’ Responsibilities
5. HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEES & REPRESENTATIVES
This chapter describes the requirements under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) regarding the need for a health and safety representative or a joint health and safety committee (JHSC) in the workplace, depending on the number of workers employed.
Specifically, it states that workplaces with 6-19 workers must have a health and safety representative, while those with 20 or more workers must establish a JHSC.
The purpose of these requirements is to ensure that workplaces maintain a safe and healthy environment for their employees by having a designated representative or committee responsible for identifying and addressing potential hazards and promoting safety practices.
6. MINISTRY OF LABOUR, TRAINING AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT (MLTSD)
This chapter provides an overview of the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD), which was established in 1919 as the Department of Labour.
The MLTSD is responsible for enforcing workplace safety laws and regulations, developing strategies to prevent workplace injuries, and ensuring that employers comply with the regulations.
It also states that employees who feel that their employer is taking action against them for raising health and safety concerns can file a complaint with the Ontario Labour Relations Board. Overall, the chapter emphasizes the importance of the MLTSD in protecting workers and ensuring safe workplaces.
7. HEALTH & SAFETY PARTNERS
Learn about the health and safety partners that have been mentioned in this chapter in the bulleted points.
8. WORKPLACE SAFETY AND INSURANCE BOARD (WSIB)
This chapter provides an overview of how the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) works to support both employers and workers in Ontario.
It explains that WSIB provides no-fault collective liability insurance to employers, which includes access to industry-specific health and safety information.
For workers, WSIB provides loss of earnings benefits and health care coverage in case of injury.
This chapter also highlights that WSIB offers support and assistance to both workers and employers when it is time to return to work after an injury.
Overall, the chapter emphasizes the importance of WSIB in promoting workplace safety and providing support to both employers and workers in Ontario.
9. DUE DILIGENCE
In this chapter, you will learn about the following:
• What is required?
• What is Due Diligence?
• Why is it Important?
10. R.A.C.E
• Recognizing hazards
• Types of Hazards
• Assessing hazards
• Determining level of risk
• Controlling hazards
• Evaluating
11. INSPECTION OF HAZARDS
• Workstations
• Chairs and Desks
• Computers
• Lighting
• Noise
• Ventilation
• Stacking and Storage
• Filing Cabinets
12. ELECTRICAL SAFEGUARDING
The chapter emphasizes the importance of regularly checking the condition of cables, plugs, and wires to ensure they are in good working condition.
It advises that damaged or frayed cables and wires could pose a hazard and may not function properly. The message suggests that regular checks can help prevent accidents or other problems that may arise from faulty cables or wires.
13. USING OFFICE EQUIPMENT
• Office Machines
• Manual Handling
• Office Security
14. ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
• Slips, Trips, and Falls
• Stairs
• Glass
• Hands
• Eyes
• Back Injuries
• First Aid Box
• Fire Safety
• Hygiene Facilities
15. VIOLENCE
• What is workplace violence?
• Identify workplace violence
• Acts of Violence
• Bullying
16. WHMIS AT YOUR WORKPLACE
• Employers
• Workers
17. WHMIS HAZARD SYMBOLS
• WHMIS Labels
• SDS
• Hazardous Substance
• Hazardous Consumer Products
• Labels – Back Panel
• Degree of Hazard
• Occupational Illness (OI)
• Final Thoughts