On the basis of these Directive Principles as well as international instruments, Government is committed to regulate all economic activities for management of safety and health risks at workplaces and to provide measures so as to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for every working man and woman in the nation.
What three factors affect health and safety?
Workplace health, safety and welfare
- Temperature and humidity.
- Ventilation.
- Ergonomics / physical arrangement of work area & equipment.
- Space, lighting and cleanliness of the work area.
What are the key points of the Health and Safety at Work Act?
It aims to protect people from the risk of injury or ill health by:
- Ensuring employees’ health, safety and welfare at work;
- Protecting non-employees against the health and safety risks arising from work activities; and.
- Controlling the keeping and use of explosive or highly flammable or dangerous substances.
Who is responsible for Health and safety at work?
Employees and others involved in the organisation’s activities, have a responsibility to take care of their own health and safety at work and that of any other people who may be affected by their acts. All training provided must be attended by the staff.
What are the responsibilities of a health and social care organization?
Organizational structure determines how the roles, power and responsibilities are assigned, controlled, and coordinated, and how information flows between the different levels of management. The stakeholders and Directors will ensure that a Health and Safety Committee is established and supported.
