CAS contacts
- Main office: ITB 202, ext 24614
- Health and Safety bulletin board location: outside ITB 202
- Emergency: dial 88 on any campus phone (cell: 905-522-4135)
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First aid
Ext. 23445, ITB 242
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First aid kits
The certified First aid kits are in ITB 202 and ITB 242.
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Dept. Representatives
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CAS lab policy
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CAS lab guidelines
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Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)
According to OHSA, employers and employees are obligated to fulfill certain health and safety responsibilities in the workplace. Part III of the Act is about responsibilities. Sections 25-28 refer to employers, supervisors and workers.
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OHSA guide (pdf)
A more informal guide. Section 6 discusses employer and employee responsibilities.
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Risk Management Manual (RMM)
The Risk Management Manual also contains responsibilities specifically related to McMaster University.
he following courses are required for all supervisors:
- Due Diligence
- WHMIS (Core or Office)
- Asbestos Awareness
- Slips, Trips and Falls
- Fire Safety
- Ergonomics for Supervisors
- Accident Investigation
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
The following courses are required for all administrative and academic staff, as well as graduate students:
- WHMIS (Core or Office)
- Asbestos Awareness
- Slips, Trips and Falls
- Fire Safety
- Ergonomics for Supervisors
- Health and Safety Orientation
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act
For any of these courses, contact EOHSS and search under “Training and Development” for information on when the courses are offered.