Occupational Health and Safety Regulations

The video provides a comprehensive overview of the history of workplace safety and health, tracing its evolution from ancient times to modern-day practices. It highlights key developments, such as the identification of occupational diseases, the introduction of safety laws during the Industrial Revolution, and the establishment of modern safety regulations and organizations. The video emphasizes the importance of learning from past incidents to improve current safety standards and protect workers' health.

Who is considered the father of occupational medicine?

• Hippocrates

• Bernardino Ramazzini

• Paracelsus

• Pliny the Elder

What was the main focus of the Factory Act of 1833 in England?

• Banning night work for women

• Improving ventilation in factories

• Establishing a minimum wage

• Limiting work hours for children

Which organization was established after World War I to promote international labor standards?

• National Safety Council

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration

• International Labour Organization

• World Health Organization

What was the focus of the 1911 conference in the United States regarding occupational health?

• Industrial disease prevention

• Child labor laws

• Safety equipment development

• Workplace hygiene standards

What was a significant outcome of the Second World War on occupational health?

• Introduction of ergonomic studies

• Establishment of the National Safety Council

• Development of hygiene programs

• Creation of the International Labour Organization

What was the primary focus of the 1943 Brazilian decree related to labor laws?

• Child labor restrictions

• Hygiene and safety in the workplace

• Minimum wage establishment

• Work hours limitation

What is the main principle of the Toyota Production System introduced in the 1960s?

• Just-in-time production

• Mass production

• Use of assembly lines

• Standardization of tools

Which law in Brazil, enacted in 1978, significantly impacted workplace safety regulations?

• Factory Act

• Consolidation of Labor Laws

• Occupational Safety and Health Act

• National Safety Code

Which country was noted for having the highest number of workplace accidents in the 1970s?

• Germany

• United Kingdom

• United States

• Brazil

Which organization was founded in 1947 to standardize international practices?

• National Safety Council

• International Organization for Standardization

• World Health Organization

• International Labour Organization