Got an ongoing WSH concern in your workplace? Contact the WSH committee representative to have it reviewed and discussed at the next safety committee meeting.
The law states that the names of all WSH committee members must be posted in a conspicuous place. You can find the information on how to contact your committee representative on the Safety Bulletin Board in your workplace.
Remember, to see change, you have to get involved!
Did you know that nurses have legislated rights when it comes to Workplace Safety and Health issues within their workplaces?
In fact, these rights are enshrined in the Workplace Safety and Health Act and Regulations and are among some of the strongest in the country. These rights cannot be tempered or reduced by employers because they are the laws of the province of Manitoba.
More importantly, no person or organization is exempt from the legislation.
SAFE Manitoba is an excellent resource for all health and safety concerns.
Four of the primary rights nurses (and all workers) have under the WSH Act are:
It’s the basis for duties and obligations of all parties when it comes to providing a safe workplace under the laws of Manitoba. Click the headings at right to explore more.