OSHA (AMENDMENT) 2022

When will the OSHA (AMENDMENT) 2022 become enforceable?

• 1 June 2024

• 1 June 2022

• 1 June 2023

• 1 June 2025

Which of the following places of work are exempt from OSHA regulations?

• Domestic servants

• Armed forces (ATM)

• Work on board ships

• All of the above

What is the primary purpose of conducting a risk assessment in a workplace?

• To increase production efficiency

• To identify potential hazards and assess the associated risks

• To determine the company's profitability

• To train employees on safety procedures

What duty applies to every principal according to the statement provided?

"It shall be the duty of every principal to take, so far as is practicable, such measures as are necessary to ensure the safety and health of:

(a) any contractor engaged by the principal when at work;

(b) any subcontractor or indirect subcontractor when at work; and

(c) any employee employed by such contractor or subcontractor when at work."

• Maximizing profits for the company

• Conducting regular equipment maintenance

• Providing adequate training to employees

• Ensuring the safety and health of contractors, subcontractors, and their employees when at work

"Imminent danger" is defined as:

• A condition that requires immediate evacuation of the workplace.

• A serious risk of death or serious bodily injury to any person caused by any plant, substance, condition, activity, process, practice, procedure, or place of work hazard.

• A potential hazard in the workplace that may cause minor injuries.

• A situation where safety protocols are not followed.

What are the main objectives of Occupational Health Services that providing services for the protection of employee health while working?

• Promotion of occupational health and safety awareness.

• . Promotion of occupational health and well-being at the place of work.

• Prevention of occupational disease and occupational poisoning.

• All of the above.

What are the maximum consequences for employers or principals who fail to fulfil their duties?

• Suspension from duties for 6 months.

• Fine of RM 500,000 and imprisonment for 2 years.

• Termination of employment contract.

• Warning letter issued by the authorities.

What are the maximum consequences for employees who fail to fulfil their duties?

• Fine of RM 2,000 and imprisonment for 3 months.

• Fine of RM 1,000 and imprisonment for 10 months.

• Termination of employment contract.

• Written warning from the employer.

Who is responsible for safety in the workplace?

• Managing Director

• HR Department

• HSSEQ Department

• Everyone in the workplace

Who is the authority that enforces regulations, conducts inspections, and promotes awareness of workplace safety and health practices in Malaysia?

• National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

• Ministry of Human Resources

• Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH)

• Department of Environment (DOE)