Author Question: What are the safety and health responsibilities of managers and other professionals in a ... (Read 64 times)

CORALGRILL2014 · **on:** Jul 26, 2018

What are the safety and health responsibilities of managers and other professionals in a construction company?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Identify three factors that contribute to heat burn injuries in the workplace.

What will be an ideal response?

bhavsar · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 26, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Managers and other professionals are responsible for setting a positive example relating to safety and health and for translating the commitment of the contractor into everyday practice. This is accomplished by the following types of actions: 1) developing job descriptions that make safety and health part of every employee's job; 2) developing performance appraisal forms that contain safety and health criteria; 3) rewarding safe behavior on the job by making it an important factor in promotions and pay raises; 4) developing work procedures that emphasize safety and health; 5) recognizing safe work behavior as a part of company incentive programs; 6) ensuring that the company has a comprehensive, effective safety and health program; 7) keeping up to date with the latest OSHA standards and regulations relating to construction; and

effectively communicating safety and health information to all employees and subcontractors.

Answer to Question 2

Following are several factors that contribute to heat burn injuries in the workplace. Construction professionals who understand these factors will be in a better position to prevent heat burn injuries.
Employer has no health and safety policy regarding heat hazards.
Employer fails to enforce safety procedures and practices.
Employees are not familiar with the employer's safety policy and procedures concerning heat hazards.
Employees fail to use or improperly use personal protection equipment.
Employees have inadequate or worn personal protection equipment.
Employees work in a limited space.
Employees attempt to work too fast.
Employees are careless.
Employees have poorly maintained tools and equipment.