Resource Topic: Safety and Health

May 16, 2024

How can I obtain more information on occupational safety and health?

A: The Occupational Safety and Health Section of the Labour Department can be contacted at 535- 1523/535-1524; labour@labour.gov.bb or 2nd Floor East, Warrens Office Complex, Warrens,…

May 16, 2024

How do I know if the personal protective equipment (PPE) is suitable?

A: Personal protective equipment should be considered the last resort. Other measures (engineering control, substitution, administrative control) should be tried first.Look at the hazards, research…

May 16, 2024

What are the penalties for violating the general provisions in the Safety and Health at Work Act?

A: A fine of $500 and if the offence continues a further fine of $100 for each day the offence continues. If the contravention causes…

May 16, 2024

Do employers have to provide personal protective equipment (PPE)?

A: The employer should provide personal protective equipment that is used only at work. This includes eye, face, hearing, respiratory, head, foot and skin protection…

May 16, 2024

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 be presented in a…

May 16, 2024

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 he does or neglects…

May 16, 2024

What are the employer’s responsibilities under the Safety and Health at Work Act?

Employers are required to:• provide and maintain a safe workplace• provide and maintain a safe plant and safe system of work• provide safe arrangements…

May 16, 2024

Am I required to provide alternative work if my pregnant employee is unable to conduct her duties?

The employer must first conduct a risk assessment to determine the hazards the tasks pose to the health of the pregnant female and her…

May 16, 2024

What can I do if the renovation activity in my workplace is affecting my health?

Report the problem to the employer or to members of the safety committee. In the event that no improvement in the work environment has…

May 16, 2024

What can I do if I think my workplace is unsafe?

The employee has the responsibility of informing the employer of unsafe conditions. The employer and the safety committee should investigate the unsafe condition. If…