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Information for Parents: 7 Things You'd Better Know to Keep Them Safe | |
 | There are hazards in every
workplace and inexperienced young
workers are especially at risk. Young workers between 15 and 24 are far more
likely to be hurt or made ill at work. In 2003,
more than 13,500 young workers were injured on the job; 8
of them were killed. |
 | Young workers need to be
able to identify the hazards
in their workplace. Sure, you�ve taught your children how to recognize a hazard at home or on the street. But how do they know that paint is safe? How do they know that machine won�t start while it�s being cleaned? Have they been trained and shown safe ways to do their work? Have they been trained how to safely operate any machinery they use?
Do you encourage
them to talk to you if
they�re having
problems at work? |
 | The law protects workers
and gives them three important
rights. All workers have the Right to Know about any hazards in the job and how they can protect themselves. All workers have the Right to Participate in keeping their job and their workplace safe and healthy. All workers have the Right to Refuse Unsafe Work. No one can force a worker to do a job they believe is unsafe.
Do you regularly ask them about their workplace
and their job? |
 | The employer, supervisor(s), and the
worker all have legal responsibilities
to make sure the workplace is
healthy and safe. The Law says everyone in the workplace has to do his or her part. Employers must tell workers about any hazards and do everything reasonably possible to protect workers� health and safety. Supervisors must make sure workers have the knowledge and tools they need to work safely.
Workers must follow the law, company safety
rules and always work safely. |
 | The employer and supervisor must
ensure that workers have the
information or required training and
equipment needed to protect
themselves. If a worker starts a new job, the supervisor must make sure the worker knows how to do the job safely and how to use any protective equipment that�s needed. If the job involves hazardous materials like chemicals the supervisor must make sure training is provided.
If they haven�t had this training, tell them they
should insist on it. |
 | If a worker is injured or made ill at
work, it must be reported to the
supervisor or employer. Tell your children not to be afraid to report an
injury or illness, no matter how small. They should
tell the boss or supervisor about it right away. |
 | It�s not a game.
Young workers must
protect themselves. Make sure your children
understand their rights and
their duties and that they
need to work safely at all
times. Download the "7 things you'd better know brochure". Download the "Parent Alert". Download the "Protecting Young Workers Alert". |
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