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Cujo · 03-13-2004, 12:01 PM

Well if you’re in Ontario contact the WSIB

http://www.wsib.on.ca/wsib/wsibsite....onYHSRR#Worker

Chan could be in for a load of trouble for not providing a safe working environment for his staff. Looks like you've done everything the Occupational Health and Safety Act requires except report the incident to the government for review and possible disciplinary action.

Workers

As a worker, you have the right to:

Know About Danger
Your employer must tell you about hazardous materials or equipment used in your workplace. You should also receive training before using any such materials or equipment.

Participate in Making your Workplace Safe
You're an important part of workplace safety. Ask your employer or contact your worker health and safety representative to find out how you can help. They have information and materials you can use to make a difference.

Refuse Unsafe Work
If you believe your work is unsafe you can refuse that work until the situation is corrected. You must, however, tell your supervisor immediately. In the meantime, you should remain in a safe place near your workstation. You cannot be suspended, fired, or docked pay for refusing unsafe work.

As a worker, you have the responsibility to:

Work Safely
Don't take risks. You might injure yourself or another worker.

Report Unsafe Conditions
If you see anything that looks unsafe, tell your employer immediately. Don't wait until someone gets hurt.

Wear the Right Safety Equipment for the Job
Wear your protective clothing and equipment, and get trained to use it properly.

Ask Your Employer First
Your employer needs to know about your concerns and questions about health and safety issues and take the necessary measures to avoid injuries.

For more information, you can view the Occupational Health and Safety Act online.

03-13-2004, 12:01 PM	#8 (permalink)
Cujo Crazy Location: Ontari-ari-ari-O, Canada EH!	Well if you’re in Ontario contact the WSIB http://www.wsib.on.ca/wsib/wsibsite....onYHSRR#Worker Chan could be in for a load of trouble for not providing a safe working environment for his staff. Looks like you've done everything the Occupational Health and Safety Act requires except report the incident to the government for review and possible disciplinary action. Workers As a worker, you have the right to: Know About Danger Your employer must tell you about hazardous materials or equipment used in your workplace. You should also receive training before using any such materials or equipment. Participate in Making your Workplace Safe You're an important part of workplace safety. Ask your employer or contact your worker health and safety representative to find out how you can help. They have information and materials you can use to make a difference. Refuse Unsafe Work If you believe your work is unsafe you can refuse that work until the situation is corrected. You must, however, tell your supervisor immediately. In the meantime, you should remain in a safe place near your workstation. You cannot be suspended, fired, or docked pay for refusing unsafe work. As a worker, you have the responsibility to: Work Safely Don't take risks. You might injure yourself or another worker. Report Unsafe Conditions If you see anything that looks unsafe, tell your employer immediately. Don't wait until someone gets hurt. Wear the Right Safety Equipment for the Job Wear your protective clothing and equipment, and get trained to use it properly. Ask Your Employer First Your employer needs to know about your concerns and questions about health and safety issues and take the necessary measures to avoid injuries. For more information, you can view the Occupational Health and Safety Act online.