10.5 Occupational Safety

Question 1

How are supervisors to document reported unsafe or unhealthy conditions? (form)

Answer 1

CHP113B and make sure it is posted so all employees can see it.

Question 2

The command safety coordinator has several duties in support of the commanders occupational safety program. within what time frame shall a newly appointed coordinator conduct a command self inspection (chp453m)?
What rank shall they be and how long shall they appointed for?

Answer 2

within 30 days

SGT or above, for at least 1 year

Question 3

What are the target projections for occupational safety based on?

Answer 3

the previous 3 year average, and a percentage reduction established by executive management

Question 4

What does an employee need to do if hey want to use a private vehicle on state business?

Answer 4

authorized by commander only and the driver certifies to keep the vehicle in safe condition and maintain insurance. A CHP 261 must be on file. the must also take authorized training

Question 5

Legally, each manager/ supervisor is held accountable for ensuring that employees receive _______ on the proper use of _______ __________.

Answer 5

instruction

safety equipment

Question 6

How long does a command have to respond to an alleged unsafe condition when DOSH issues a complaint letter? What else is requited until the unsafe condition is fixed?

Answer 6

the command must investigate and respond w/ 14 calendar days in writing.

A copy of the complaint otter and the commands response are to be posted for at least 3 days or until the condition is corrected.

Question 7

how often do non-uniformed employee’s who “frequently drive” (once a month or more) need to complete driver training?

Answer 7

every four years

Question 8

How often must uniformed employees receive commentary driver training? how long is it and who does it?

Answer 8

minimum of 1 hour per year and it will be conducted by a supervisor