12 Workplace Safety & Prevention Services
Closing the Loop: Setting Up a Health & Safety System in Your Small Business
self-assessment checklist (continued)
Question
Do we
have
this
written
down?
(Y/N)
Do
we do
what's
written
down?
(Y/N)
Did we
even
know we
had to
do this?
(Y/N)
When
will
this be
written
down?
When
will we
start
doing
what's
written
down?
HEaLTH & saFETY IN acTION
14. Do we make sure that all contractors/
subcontractors on site have their own
WSIB coverage or private insurance
coverage? Do we always make them aware
of the hazards that they will be working
with or nearby?
15. Do we have a written Emergency Plan that
meets the required standards? Is everyone
trained to the plan? Do we practice the
plan regularly?
16. Do we use or store any hazardous
chemicals? Do we keep track? What about
physical hazards like noise or extremes in
temperature?
17. Do we have written standard operating
procedures for regularly performed tasks?
Do employees receive training?
18. Do we ensure that every reasonable
precaution is taken to protect workers who
are required to work alone on a regular
or occasional basis? Do we exercise due
diligence?
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