10d • General discussion
Understanding work place safety
Understanding workplace safety
From a legal standpoint, workplace safety encompasses all measures aimed at preventing workplace accidents and occupational illnesses. It includes all preventative actions and measures necessary to make the workplace safe.
Employers have a legal obligation to ensure the health and safety of all their workers, regardless of the nature of their employment contract (permanent, fixed-term, temporary, or intern).
To do this, he must:
- Identify the hazards (dangerous machinery, falls, chemicals, etc.);
- Assess occupational risks ;
- Implement preventive measures (personal protective equipment, secure workstations, internal regulations stipulating safety instructions, etc.);
- To enforce regulations and comply with applicable laws regarding health and safety at work (Labor Code).
In summary, workplace safety focuses on preventing occupational risks such as accidents
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