WORKING CONDITIONS, SAFETY AND HEALTH Sample Clauses

WORKING CONDITIONS, SAFETY AND HEALTH. It is the aim of the Company to provide for its employees a high standard of working conditions, and to strive constantly to pre- vent accidents and health hazards by sys- tematic safety inspections and the use of safety devices and guards. The Union will cooperate with the Company to maintain good working conditions and will assist in assuring the observance of all safety rules. The Company and the Union agree to exert joint efforts to maintain high standards of safety, health and good housekeeping in the plant in order to prevent industrial injury and illness. The Company shall make reasonable pro- visions to safeguard the health and safety of the employees by supplying, without charge, special protective clothing and devices where required, adequate heating and ventilating systems, proper sanitary equipment, and lunch and locker facilities appropriate to the health and safety of employees. As a minimum there shall be First Aid Station(s) open and available to qualified First Aid attendants available in the plant for all shifts. The Company and the Union agree to appoint a Safety and Health Committee composed of three members appointed by the Company, and three employees of the plant appointed by the Union, or as other- wise mutually agreed locally. The function of this committee shall be to recommend to management on the promotion of safety, good housekeeping and health in the plant. It is the function of this committee and it has power to, (a) Identify situations that may be a source of danger or hazard to employees; make recommendations to management and employees for the improvement of the health and safety of employees and monitor, through audit procedure, the disposition of the recommendations. recommend the establishment, main- tenance and monitoring of programs, measures and procedures respecting the health and safety ofemployees; obtain information from management or other persons respecting, the identification of potential or existing hazards of materials, pro- cesses or equipment, and (ii) health and safety experience and work practices and standards in the same or similar industries; maintain and keep minutes and records of its proceedings and it shall make the same available for examination and review by an inspector.
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WORKING CONDITIONS, SAFETY AND HEALTH. 3.01 It is the responsibility of the Company to provide for its employees working conditions which meet health and safety standards and to strive constantly to prevent accidents and health hazards by systematic safety inspections and the use of safety devices and guards. The Union will co-operate with the Company to maintain good working conditions and will assist in assuring the observance of all safety rules. Employees have a responsibility to conduct their work in a safe manner, and co-operate in maintaining safe standards and good working conditions. The parties agree that employees have a responsibility for their own health and safety and both parties to the Agreement will promote safe practices and approaches by employees. 3.02 The Company and the Union agree to exert joint efforts to maintain high standards of safety, health and good housekeeping in the Plant in order to prevent industrial injury and illness. 3.03 The Company shall make reasonable provisions to safeguard the health and safety of the employees by supplying, without charge, special protective clothing and devices where required, adequate heating and ventilating systems, proper sanitary equipment, and lunch and locker facilities appropriate to the health and safety of employees. All such equipment, devices, systems and facilities shall be provided in accordance with prescribed standards per Part 2 of the Canada Labour Code. 3.04 The Company and the Union agree, in accordance with the Canada Labour Code, to appoint a Workplace Health and Safety Committee (WHSC) which shall consist of at least 2 persons and at least half of the members shall be employees. Notwithstanding the foregoing it is understood that the Unifor Local 599-O shall have a minimum of 2 representatives on the WHSC appointed by the Union. 3.05 The Committee will have the duties and responsibilities outlined in the Canada Labour Code. 3.06 The Company will provide each employee with safety training. The Workplace Health and Safety Committee will recommend and arrange for the needed safety training and will monitor the safety training programs quarterly to ensure employee participation on a regular basis. 3.07 The Company shall post and keep posted the names, telephone numbers and work locations of the committee members in a conspicuous place or places where they are most likely to come to the attention of its employees. 3.08 A member of this committee is entitled to such time from his work as is necessary to attend meetin...
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WORKING CONDITIONS, SAFETY AND HEALTH. It is the responsibility of the Company to provide for its employees working condi- tions which meet health and safety xxxx- dards and to strive constantly to prevent accidents and health hazards by systema- tic safety inspections and the use of safety devices and guards. The Union will co- operate with the Company to maintain good working conditions and will assist in assur- ing the observance of all safety rules. Employees have a responsibility to conduct their work in a safe manner, and co-operate in maintaining safe standards and good working conditions. The Company and the Union agree to exert joint efforts to maintain high standards of safety, health and good housekeeping in the plant in order to prevent industrial injury and illness. The Company shall make reasonable pro- visions to safeguard the health and safety of the employees by supplying, without charge, special protective clothing and de- vices where required, adequate heating and ventilating systems, proper sanitary equipment, and lunch and locker facilities appropriate to the health and safety of employees. As a minimum there shall be first aid open and available to qualified first aid attendants available in the plant for all shifts. The Company and the Union agree to appoint a joint Safety and Health Commit- tee composed of members appointed by the Company, and employees of the plant appointed by the Union, as specified in the Local Supplements. It is the function of this Committee and it has power to
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WORKING CONDITIONS, SAFETY AND HEALTH. 11.1 Safety and Health in the Workplace 1.1 Health and Safety committees shall be established in both the Metro area and Downstate. The committees shall be composed of no more than ten (10) members, no more than five (5) to be appointed by management and no more than five (5) to be appointed by the Union. Management and the Union shall each appoint a chairperson from their appointees. The chair of the committee shall rotate, by meeting, between the two appointed Chairs. The committees shall meet at least twice per year to review and discuss: (a) equipment, procedures, ergonomic work environment issues; (b) new developments in work place technology safety concerns; (c) administration of drive tests to the public; (d) maintenance of sanitary restrooms; or (e) other relevant matters in an effort to make certain that the office is as safe and healthy as possible while taking into account fiscal constraints, including but not limited to: i. Inadequate or insufficient lighting for the performance of bargaining unit work; ii. Inadequate, insufficient or improperly marked first aid chests; iii. Excessive noise levels; iv. Inadequate personal security for employees; v. Indoor Air Quality; vi. Working conditions that are not ergonomically correct; vii. Unsafe vehicles; viii. Workplace violence; ix. Inadequate vermin control; x. Potable water supply; and xi. Bed bug infestations Within thirty (30) days of each meeting, management shall provide a report summarizing issues discussed and measures agreed upon to address the items discussed. Five (5) working days prior to each meeting both parties will submit items to be discussed.
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  • SAFETY AND HEALTH A. The Employer agrees to provide a safe, clean wholesome surrounding in all places of employment. B. Each Department head shall issue instructions to all supervisory personnel to carry out the provisions of this Article. C. When an employee reports any condition which he/she believes to be injurious to his/her health to the administrative head of a work location, the administrative head shall correct the situation if within his/her authority, or shall report said complaint to his/her supervisor. D. A copy of the provisions of this Article shall be conspicuously posted in each work location. E. In all new places of employment, where the Union alleges that the air quality is inferior, the person in charge of the location will make reasonable efforts to have air quality checked. If the air quality is found to be sub-standard, the person in charge of the location shall make reasonable efforts to improve it. F. Whenever temperature inside any work location is unusually hot or cold, the person in charge of such work location shall immediately contact the person responsible for the building to determine the cause and probable length of time necessary to correct the problem. G. The Employer will make every reasonable effort to xxxxx asbestos containing materials as recommended by the Division of Occupational Hygiene. Where such cleanup is not possible, the Employer will make every effort to avoid making work assignments, which will unduly expose employees to known hazardous materials. H. Pregnant employees who work in conditions/situations deemed hazardous or dangerous to the pregnancy by the attending physician may request a temporary reassignment within their job description or a comparable position, and may be reassigned within two (2) weeks of notification for the duration of the pregnancy. Upon request by management, the employee will provide medical evidence. Such work assignments shall be determined by the appointing authority or his/her designee. This request must be made in writing to the Appointing Authority. I. Grievances involving the interpretation or application of the provisions of this Article may be processed through Step III of the grievance procedure set forth in Article 23, but may not be the subject of arbitration. Section 19.2 The Parties agree to establish a program to monitor air quality at new and existing worksites. The parties agree to negotiate over the specific provisions of such a protocol within 60 days. Section 19.3 The parties agree to establish a safety and security committee to study all state buildings and leased property where state employees work. The mission of the study will be to establish more consistent safety and security policies to ensure the safety and security of all state employees at their work site and citizens of the Commonwealth that visit state agencies. In addition, the parties agree to establish a training program to promote the safety and security of all state employees that may include, but shall not be limited to active shooter training, front line security, and reception practices and protocol for 911 emergencies.

  • OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH A. Consultant will perform the Services in compliance with the most current versions of all laws, standards, rules, and regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, and all state and federal laws and regulations relating to safety and health standards. Consultant shall perform the Services in compliance with, will furnish only supplies, articles, and equipment that comply with such laws, standards, and regulations. B. Consultant shall immediately notify Valley Water in the event of any personal injury accident or occurrence occurring during the performance of the Services. Upon Valley Water’s request, Consultant shall provide Valley Water with documentation fully describing the accident and injury and the actions implemented to prevent similar occurrences.

  • COMPLIANCE WITH OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH By submission of a bid in response to this solicitation, the Bidder certifies that all material, equipment, etc., contained in their bid meets all OSHA requirements. Bidder further certifies that if they are the awarded Contractor, and the material, equipment, etc., delivered is subsequently found to be deficient in any OSHA requirements in effect on date of delivery, all costs necessary to bring the material, equipment, etc., into compliance with the aforementioned requirements shall be borne by the Contractor.

  • Occupational Safety and Health Acts Contractor(s) who perform any work under this contract shall fully comply with the provisions of the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 and any amendments thereto and regulations pursuant to the act. Any Contractor who fails to do so may be terminated for cause as set forth below.

  • Occupational Health and Safety Act The Employer, the Union, and the Employees recognize they are bound by the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, S.N.S. 1996, c.7, and appropriate federal acts and regulations. Any breach of these obligations may be grieved pursuant to this Agreement.

  • HEALTH AND SAFETY 25.01 The Employer is subject to the provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of the Province of Ontario and its regulations, including the provision that calls for a worker representative selected by the Union on the University Joint Health and Safety Committees. It is agreed that the University and the Union will cooperate to the fullest possible extent in the prevention of accidents and the promotion of safety and health at University workplaces. To this end, the parties acknowledge and agree that all University Employees on University and third-party premises where Employees work, are required to comply with work- site specific policies, procedures, regulations, and standards relating to health and safety. 25.02 The Employer recognizes the right of workers to be informed about hazards in the workplace, to be provided with appropriate training, and the right to refuse unsafe work in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act where there is an immediate danger to the Employee’s health and safety or to the health and safety of others. 25.03 The Union will select a worker representative for each applicable Joint Health and Safety Committee formed under the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Time spent attending meetings of the Committee or carrying out duties as a worker representative shall be considered time worked. 25.04 A worker representative on a Joint Health and Safety Committee may become a certified worker representative on the Committee. The University will provide the required training for certification at no cost to the Employee or the Union. Time spent in such training shall be considered time worked, as outlined in Article 13 – Hours of Work and Overtime. 25.05 When a worker representative on a Joint Health and Safety Committee ceases to be employed in the Bargaining Unit, he/she will cease to be a worker representative on the Committee. 25.06 The University will supply, and Employees will wear and/or utilize, personal protective equipment and the other devices that the University requires Employees to wear and/or utilize. 25.07 The Employer shall provide information, training and supervision to an Employee to protect the health and safety of that Employee. With reference to Article 13, time spent in such training shall be considered time worked, as outlined in Article 13 – Hours of Work and Overtime. 25.08 The name and contact information of the Health and Safety Officer in each Academic Unit shall be posted in the Department/Academic Unit. 25.09 In accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, persons with authority in the workplace, including any Employees, shall ensure that persons under their authority are informed of health and safety hazards, and advised of policies and procedures associated with the safe handling of materials and equipment.

  • Federal Occupational Safety and Health Law Contractor represents and warrants that all articles and services shall meet or exceed the safety standards established and promulgated under the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, as amended (29 U.S.C. Chapter 15).

  • WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY The parties to this Agreement are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and work practices. The parties recognise that illness or injury at the workplace is costly to the employer and the employees and also disruptive to the respective parties. To facilitate healthy and safe work practices, the parties to the Agreement are committed to discussing health and safety issues as they apply to the operations of the employer as part of the consultative measures under this Agreement. The employer and employees under this agreement may refer to their respective industrial representatives for appropriate advice or expertise in enhancing performance with due regard to health and safety initiatives. The parties also recognise the importance of conducting regular audits of the employer's operations, policies and procedures including the employees' skills, knowledge, qualifications and application of healthy and safe work practices.

  • ARTICLE HEALTH AND SAFETY The Employer and the Union agree that they mutually desire to maintain standards of safety and health in the Home, in order to prevent injury and illness and abide by the Occupational Health and Safety Act as amended from time to time. Scheduled time spent in such meetings is to be considered time worked for which shall be paid by the Employer at his or her regular or overtime rate. Minutes shall be taken of all meetings and copies shall be sent to the Committee members. Minutes of the meetings shall be posted on the workplace health safety bulletin board. The Employer shall provide the time from work with pay and all related tuition costs and expenses necessary to certify the worker representative. Where an inspector makes an inspection of a workplace under the powers conferred upon or her under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, the employer shall afford a certified committee member representing workers the opportunity to accompany the inspector during his or her physical inspection of a workplace, or any part or parts thereof. Where a worker certified member is not on-site and available, the Employer shall afford a worker health and safety representative if any, or a worker selected by a Union, because of knowledge, experience and training, to represent it, the opportunity to accompany the inspector during his or her physical inspection of a workplace, or any part or parts thereof. Two (2) representatives of the Joint Health and Safety Committee, one (I) from management and one (1) from the employees, shall make monthly inspections of the work place and shall report to the health and safety committee the results of their inspection. The members of the Committee who represent the workers shall designate a member representing workers to inspect the workplace. Where possible that member shall be a certified member. The employer shall provide the member with such information and assistance as the member may require for the purpose of carrying out an inspection of the workplace. In the event of accident or injury, such representatives shall be notified immediately and shall investigate and report as soon as possible to the committee and to the Employer on the nature and causes of the accident or injury. Furthermore, such representatives must be notified of the inspection of a government inspector and shall have the right to accompany him on his inspections. Scheduled time spent in all such activities shall be considered as time worked. The Joint Health and Safety Committee and the representatives thereof shall have access to the annual summary of data from the relating to the number of work accident fatalities, the number of lost workday cases, the number of lost workdays, the number of non-fatal cases that required medical aid without lost workdays, the incidence of occupational injuries, and such other data as the may decide to disclose. It is and agreed that no information will be provided to the Committee which is confidential. This information shall be a standing item recorded in the minutes of each meeting. The Union will use its best efforts to obtain the full co-operation of its membership in the compliance of all safety rules and practices. The Employer will use its best efforts to make all affected direct care employees aware of residents who have serious infectious diseases. The nature of the disease need not be disclosed. Employees will be made aware of special procedures required of them to deal with these circumstances. The parties agree that all employees are aware of the requirement to practice universal precautions in all circumstances. The parties further agree that suitable subjects for discussion at the joint Labour Management Committee will include aggressive residents. The Employer will review with the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee written policies to 'address the management of violent behaviour. Such policies will include but not be limited to:

  • 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.

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