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| | Introduction |
| Section I | Basic Rules of Workplace Health and Safety |
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- The Law Says
- Elements of On-the-Job Safety
- Safety Tips for New Employees
- Safety Tips for Supervisors
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| Section II | Health and Safety Policy and Programs |
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- Introduction
- Health and Safety Policy
- Program Elements
- Workplace Inspections
- Task Analysis and Safety Procedures
- Accident / Incident Investigations
- Emergency Preparedness
- First Aid / Serious Accidents / Fatalities
- Organizational Policies
- Evaluation and Continuous Improvement
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| Section III | Common Health and Safety Hazards in Office Workplaces |
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- Introduction
- Types of Health and Safety Hazards in Offices
- Basic Steps in Risk Prevention / Hazard Recognition Methods
- Recognition of Safety Hazards
- Recognition of Health Hazards
- Recognition of Stress and Psychosocial Concerns
- Hazard Control
- Health and Safety Issues Related to Temporary or Satellite Offices
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| Section IV | Office Ergonomics |
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- Introduction
- Workstation Design
- Work Organization
- Work Environment (Ventilation, Noise, Temperature and Lighting)
- Checklist for Computer Workstations
- Manual Material Handling (Lifting, Pushing/Pulling, etc)
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| Section V | Office Specific Health and Safety Concerns and Preventive Measures |
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- Exposure to Perfumes and Other Scents
- Exposure to Chemicals
- Indoor Air Quality
- Exposure to Mould
- Personal Safety and Security
- Potential Safety Hazards in Offices
- Filing Cabinets and Shelving
- Electrical Safety
- Slips, Trips and Falls
- Effective Housekeeping Program
- Safety When Driving
- Weather Extremes
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| | Appendices |
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| Section VI | Occupational Health and Safety Legislation |
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| Section VII | Resources for Further Information and Assistance |
