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What are the employee’s rights under the Safety and Health at Work Act?
Employees have the right to: • be informed and trained about hazards and the means of control. The training must…
What are the employee’s responsibilities under the Safety and Health at Work Act?
Employees are required to:• take reasonable care for the safety of himself and persons who may be affected by anything…
If I get hurt on the job am I entitled to compensation?
There is no provision for compensation in the Safety and Health at Work Act. However, compensation issues are addressed by…
What happens after the employer notifies the Labour Department about a workplace accident?
Under Cap. 338, the Labour Department may conduct an investigation into workplace accidents. Investigations are normally conducted into every amputation,…
Who is responsible for notifying the Labour Department about an accident, and how is that done?
The employer is responsible for notifying the Labour Department. In the case of a fatality or serious accident, the Labour…
How long should I wait before notifying the Labour Department of a workplace accident?
In cases of a fatality or a serious accident the Labour Department should be notified as soon as possible. Safety…
My boyfriend died, leaving me with three children. I just discovered that he was only separated from his wife, and was not divorced. What benefit can I claim?
An invalidity benefit is paid to persons who are unable to work because of a specific disease or bodily or…
If I get hurt on the job am I entitled to compensation?
There is no provision for compensation in the Safety and Health at Work Act. However, compensation issues are addressed by…
What happens after the employer notifies the Labour Department about a workplace accident?
Under Cap. 338, the Labour Department may conduct an investigation into workplace accidents. Investigations are normally conducted into every amputation,…
Who is responsible for notifying the Labour Department about an accident, and how is that done?
The employer is responsible for notifying the Labour Department. In the case of a fatality or serious accident, the Labour…
