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workplaces with 10 or more employees at any one time in the workplace must have a lunchroom. Lunchrooms must have…

Workplaces with 25 or more persons are required to have certified first aiders. The number of persons trained should be…

The first aid supplies should be readily accessed by the employees but should be placed under the charge of a…

Yes, the employer must provide wholesome drinking water. The employer may provide bottled water or water in containers that can…

The employer is responsible for providing and maintaining these items. SHAW Act, Section 65

A rest room (sick bay) is required if 20 or more persons are employed at any one time. Where less…

There is no provision for compensation in the Safety and Health at Work Act. However, compensation issues are addressed by…

Under Cap. 338, the Labour Department may conduct an investigation into workplace accidents. Investigations are normally conducted into every amputation,…

The employer is responsible for notifying the Labour Department. In the case of a fatality or serious accident, the Labour…

In cases of a fatality or a serious accident the Labour Department should be notified as soon as possible. Safety…