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Chapter 14 Improving Occupational Safety, Health, and Risk Management 14-2 Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc.
Learning Objectives 1.Discuss OSHA and how it operates. 2.Explain in detail three basic causes of accidents. 3.Explain how to prevent accidents at work. Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc. 14-3
Learning Objectives (cont.) 4.Describe how one company uses employee engagement to improve workplace safety. 5.Discuss major health problems at work and how to remedy them. 6.Discuss the main elements in an occupational security and risk management programs. Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc. 14-4
Discuss OSHA and how it operates Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc. 14-5
Management’s Role in Safety Safety matters Top management’s role Management’s role Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc. 14-6
Occupational Safety and Health Act, 1970 Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), under the Department of Labor Covers most employees Covers all federal agencies Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc. 14-7
Manager’s Briefing on Occupational Law Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc OSHA Standards OSHA Record keeping OSHA Inspections Voluntary Consultations
Why accidents must be reported under OSHA Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc. 14-9
OSHA Inspection Tips Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc
Occupational Safety Law Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc OSHA Citations Responsibilities & Rights of Employers & Employees
The three basic causes of accidents Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc
What Causes Accidents? Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Unsafe Working Conditions Workplace environment Safety climate Other working conditions
Unsafe Acts & Accident-Prone Traits Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Unsafe speeds Throwing materials Inoperative safety devices Lifting improperly
How to prevent accidents at work Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc
How to Prevent Accidents Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Reduce unsafe conditions Working conditions
How to Prevent Accidents (cont.) Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Personal protective equipment Diversity counts Reduce unsafe acts Screening individuals Safety training Using HRIS
How to Prevent Accidents (cont.) Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Posters & Incentives Foster a culture Establish a safety policy Set specific goals Conduct regular inspections Establish a Committee
Steps the Manager Can Take to Reduce Accidents Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc
Employee engagement to improve workplace safety Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc
Milliken & Company’s Safety Program Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Manufactures chemicals, floor coverings, & protective fabrics 80% positive engagement level Involvement-based employee engagement program
Major health problems at work and how to remedy them Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc
Workplace Health Problems & Remedies Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Substance abuse Air quality Hazard communication Chemicals & industrial hygiene
Observable Behavior for Alcohol-Related Problems Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc
Workplace Health Problems & Remedies Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Infectious disease Burnout Computers & Ergonomic health Job stress Workplace smoking
Occupational security and risk management programs Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc
Occupational Security & Risk Management Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Enterprise Risk Management Preventing and Dealing with Violence at work Setting up a Basic Security Program
Occupational Security & Risk Management (cont.) Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc Emergency Plans and Business Continuity Social Media and HR Terrorism
Summary 1.The purpose of OSHA 2.The three basic causes of accidents 3.Approaches to preventing accidents 4.Milliken’s safety process 5.Alcoholism and substance abuse 6.Facility security Copyright © 2016 Pearson Education, Inc
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