Work Immersion ST3

What is the main purpose of Article 162 of the Labor Code of the Philippines?

• To increase wages of workers

• To set and enforce occupational safety and health standards

• To provide employment opportunities

When was the Occupational Safety and Health Standards (OSHS) formulated?

• 1985

• 1978

• 1995

Which government agency is responsible for enforcing OSHS in the Philippines?

• Department of Education (DepEd)

• Department of Health (DOH)

• Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE)

What is the primary goal of OSHS?

• To increase company profits

• To protect workers from injury, sickness, or death

• To ensure equal job opportunities

Who is considered an employer under OSHS?

• Only business owners

• Any person acting directly or indirectly in the interest of an employer

• Only government institutions

What does the term "safe" refer to in the workplace?

• The physical or environmental conditions that comply with OSHS standards

• The absence of any supervision

• The presence of security personnel

What does "occupational illness" mean?

• Any illness caused by environmental factors in the workplace

• Any disease a worker has before employment

• A sickness unrelated to the work environment

What is a "recognized hazard"?

• A hazard that can only be detected using special devices

• A hazard that does not require technical or testing devices to detect

• A hazard that only affects office workers

Who is responsible for furnishing workers with a hazard-free workplace?

• The employees

• The employer

• The government

Which of the following is NOT a duty of an employer under OSHS?

• Providing safety instructions

• Using approved safety equipment

• Ignoring minor safety violations