[管理学]DESSLER人力资源管理-16.ppt

After studying this chapter, you should be able to: Explain how to provide a safer environment for employees Minimize unsafe acts by employees Explain the supervisor’s role in safety Describe techniques for reducing accidents Explain how to deal with important occupational health problems Discuss safety and health issues in some Asian countries Purpose of this Chapter Knowledge to deal with safety and health problems at work Importance of supervisor and of top management commitment to health and safety Techniques to prevent accidents Safety and Health at Workplace Employer’s responsibilities Provide a safe and healthy workplace. Familiar with safety and health standards. Ensure workplace conditions conform to safety standards. Employer’s rights Seek advice from government agencies. Receive advice on safety and health regulations. Safety and Health at Workplace Employee’s responsibilities Follow all employer safety and health rules and regulations. Report hazardous conditions to the supervisor. Employee’s rights Demand safety and health on the job without fear of punishment. Management Commitment Accidents can be prevented by reducing accident-causing conditions and accident-causing acts. Safety starts with management commitment. Management to be personally involved in safety activities. Management Commitment Give safety matters high priority. Provide safety training to all workers. Safety policy Analyze accidents and take corrective / preventive actions. What Causes Accidents? Three basic causes of workplace accidents: Chance occurrence Beyond management control. Unsafe conditions Unsafe acts on the part of the employees What Causes Accidents? Unsafe conditions Improperly guarded equipment Defective equipment Hazardous procedures in, on, or around machines or equipment Unsafe storage—congestion, overloading Improper illumination—glare, insufficient light Improper ventilation—insufficient air change, impure air source What Causes Accidents? Unsafe acts Accidents