Health and Safety policies and procedures Sample Clauses

Health and Safety policies and procedures. (1) The Provider must identify, evaluate, and manage key risks to Service Users, Staff, and visitors to the Provider's facilities, and in particular must: (a) comply with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015; and (b) have documented policies and procedures to guide the Provider and its Staff in meeting health and safety requirements including, without limitation: (i) policies and procedures to protect Service Users, Staff, and visitors from infections that could occur as a result of Service delivery that are consistent with nationally accepted guidelines and the requirements set out in the Health and Disability Services (Infection Prevention and Control) Standards (NZS8134.3:2008); and (ii) documented systems to manage security appropriate to the degree and range of risks relevant to the Services provided, including the security of Pharmaceuticals, chemical supplies, equipment, and the facilities.
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Health and Safety policies and procedures. The following is a list of some of Star Service’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures:
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Health and Safety policies and procedures. Contractors must ensure B-5 ECEAP providers have and follow written health and safety policies and procedures on:
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Health and Safety policies and procedures. We consider that the health of our employees, residents and visitors, and the safety of our activities are of paramount importance. Activities will be undertaken with due regard to securing the highest possible standards of Health and Safety. We are committed to protect the environment and the safety of our employees and the public as a whole, ensuring no one is adversely affected by our activities. Complying with Health and Safety Legislation is not an option; our policy is to exceed the minimum required by the law. As such we have achieved level 2 in a RoSPA Health and Safety audit and are committed to maintain and improve that score. Commercial Services monitors the health and well being of its staff by using information gained from its EFQM self assessment process, backed up by its appraisal process and corporate staff surveys. It monitors key areas of staff well-being through a range of Performance Indicators. In support of our commitment to Best Value continuous improvement, our systems will not only measure our quality performance, they will also allow us to measure, maintain, monitor and continually improve our safety performance. We will promote health and safety values throughout our joint working with staff unions, employee liaison groups, resident’s projects and community audits.
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Health and Safety policies and procedures. The parties acknowledge the Company’s policies as they relate to the following procedural issues that have been identified. The “JHSC” will assist with the devel- opment and implementation of procedural policy as it relates to the following issues, where required, as per the “JHSC”. Policies are made available online at xxx.xxxxxxxxx.xxx in the Document Library. Exam- ples of such policies include but not limited to: ● Environment ● Emergency and Disaster Preparedness ● Working Alone ● Lockout/Tagout Program ● Pre-use Inspection on New, Rebuilt or Relocated Equipment ● Medical Monitoring Programs ● Preventative Maintenance ● Confidential Medical Information
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Health and Safety policies and procedures a. I understand and acknowledge that there are inherent health and safety risks associated with living and studying abroad, and will take the necessary time to review the information and resources available from the Office of Global Safety and Security: xxxx://xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/global-safety-security/index.html b. I agree that I am personally responsible for obtaining all health information, medical procedures, immunizations, and medications appropriate to my program for my personal well-being: xxxx://xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/global-safety- security/health-safety/travel-health/index.html. As an important step in this preparation, I understand that Northwestern recommends that students with chronic, pre-existing health conditions consult with a travel health professional well in advance of departure to plan for potential medical needs during travel: xxxx://xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/global-safety- security/health-safety/travel-health/current-health-conditions.html. All students should take time to determine whether immunizations or prophylactic medications are recommended or required: xxxx://xxxxxx-xxxxx00.xxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/global- safety-security/health-safety/travel-health/immunizations-medications.html. c. I will be responsible for my own health maintenance. In the event of serious illness, accident, or emergency, I will inform an appropriate program official so that assistance may be secured and so that my designated emergency contact may be notified. d. I understand that all Northwestern students who study abroad and non-Northwestern students who participate in Northwestern-sponsored programs are required to obtain GeoBlue health insurance coverage for the period of time that they are studying abroad, regardless of any other coverage provided by their parents, Northwestern, or the study abroad program, unless they qualify for an exemption: xxxx://xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/studyabroad/guide/health-and- safety/health/study-abroad-health-insurance.html. e. I understand that Northwestern requires study abroad participants enroll with the U.S. Department of State Smart Travelers Enrollment Program (STEP), which issues automatic email alerts from the nearest embassy or consulate as well as allows the United States government to act quickly in concert with other governments in the case of an emergency: xxxx://xxx.xxxxxxxxxxxx.xxx/global-safety-security/health-safety/travel-security/security-information.html. Even non-citizens can register for Travel Alerts. Follow the ins...
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Related to Health and Safety policies and procedures

  • Policies and Procedures i) The policies and procedures of the designated employer apply to the employee while working at both sites. ii) Only the designated employer shall have exclusive authority over the employee in regard to discipline, reporting to the College of Nurses of Ontario and/or investigations of family/resident complaints. iii) The designated employer will ensure that the employee is covered by WSIB at all times, regardless of worksite, while in the employ of either home. iv) The designated employer will ensure that the employee is covered by liability insurance at all times, regardless of worksite, while in the employ of either home. v) The designated employer shall have exclusive authority over the employee’s personnel files and health records. These files will be maintained on the site of the designated employer.

  • COMPLIANCE WITH POLICIES AND PROCEDURES During the period that Executive is employed with the Company hereunder, Executive shall adhere to the policies and standards of professionalism set forth in the policies and procedures of the Company and IAC as they may exist from time to time.

  • Work Health and Safety (a) The employer and employee acknowledge their responsibilities under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and Work Health and Safety Regulations 2012. (b) Where there is a Work Health and Safety Representative they must be elected and will carry out the tasks associated with the role of Work Health and Safety Representative set out within the Work Health and Safety Act 2011.

  • HEALTH AND SAFETY 11.01 The Parties to this Collective Agreement will cooperate to the fullest extent in the matter of occupational health, safety and accident prevention. The Employer will require that Employees utilize safety equipment and devices as required by the Occupational Health and Safety Code. Required safety equipment and devices will be provided where necessary by the Employer. The Employer and Employees will take reasonable steps to eliminate, reduce or minimize all workplace safety hazards. 11.02 The Employer shall establish a Health and Safety Committee(s) which shall be composed of representatives of the Employer and at least one (1) Employee representative of the Union and may include representatives of other employee groups. Where practical, the Union shall have two (2) representatives sit on the Committee(s). This Committee shall meet at least once a month. 11.03 The number of Employer representatives on the Committee shall not exceed the number of representatives from the Union and other employee groups. The Committee will, on an annual basis, discuss and determine the most effective means of chairing meetings. 11.04 The Basic Rate of Pay shall be paid to an Employee representative for time spent in attendance at a meeting of this Committee. 11.05 The Employer shall not unreasonably deny Employee representatives of the Health and Safety Committee(s) access to the workplace to conduct safety inspections. 11.06 The Committee shall consider such matters as occupational health and safety including responsibility for communication and education as required. The Union may make recommendations to the Employer in that regard. 11.07 The Health and Safety Committee shall also consider measures necessary to protect the security of each Employee on the Employer’s premises and may make recommendations to the Employer in that regard. (a) If an issue arises regarding occupational health or safety, the Employee or Union shall first seek to resolve the issue through discussion with the applicable immediate supervisor in an excluded management position. If the issue is not resolved satisfactorily, it may then be forwarded, in writing, to the Committee. The Committee shall meet within ten (10) days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Named Holidays) of receiving a written issue regarding occupational health and safety. (b) Should an issue not be resolved by the Committee, the issue shall be referred to the Senior Program Officer, or designate(s) with accountability for Workplace Health & Safety. A resolution meeting between the Union and the Senior Program Officer, or Designate(s), shall take place within twenty- one (21) calendar days of the issue being referred to the Senior Program Officer. The Senior Program Officer or designate(s) shall reply in writing to the Union within seven (7) days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Named Holidays). (c) Should an issue not be resolved by the Senior Program Officer, or Designate(s) the issue shall be referred to the Chief Executive Officer (or Designate). A resolution meeting between the Union and the CEO (or Designate) shall take place within twenty-one (21) calendar days of the issue being referred to the CEO. The CEO (or Designate) shall reply in writing to the Union within seven (7) calendar days (excluding Saturdays, Sundays and Named Holidays). (d) Should the issue remain unresolved following the CEO’s written response, the Union may request and shall have the right to present its recommendation(s) to the governing Board. The governing Board shall reply in writing to the Union within twenty-eight (28) calendar days of the presentation by the Union. 11.09 The Employer shall have in place a Workplace Violence Prevention and Response Policy (that includes harassment and bullying), and working alone policies and procedures to support a working alone safety plan which adheres to the Occupational Health and Safety legislation. 11.10 The Employer shall have a process in place to protect the Employees in situations that could impact the safety of the Employees in the workplace such as: isolation/contagious disease communication and notification of violent patient/resident. 11.11 Employer policies, plans and procedures related to Occupational Health & Safety shall be reviewed annually by the Committee. 11.12 Where the Employer requires that the Employee receive specific immunization and titre, as a result of or related to their work, it shall be provided at no cost. (a) Occupational Health & Safety education, training and instruction shall be provided to Employees, at the Basic Rate of Pay, to fulfill the requirements for training, instruction or education set out in the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulation or Code. (b) The Employer shall provide training at no cost to all Employees on the Committee to assist them in performing their duties on the Committee. Such training shall be provided at the Employee’s basic rate of pay. 11.14 When introducing a regularly scheduled shift that begins or ends between the hours of twenty-four hundred (2400) and zero six hundred (0600), the Employer will notify the Union.

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