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Act 514 Occupational Safety and Health Overview
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1
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What law prevails if there is a conflict between Act 514 and other occupational safety laws?
Answer
Act 514 provisions prevail and supersede conflicting laws.
2
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Who is considered an 'occupier' under Act 514?
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A person managing or controlling a place of work.
3
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Who appoints the Director General under Act 514?
Answer
The Minister appoints the Director General.
4
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What is the role of the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health?
Answer
To advise, investigate, and promote occupational safety and health.
5
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What must every employer do regarding occupational safety policy?
Answer
Prepare and revise a written safety and health policy.
6
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How is the 'place of work' defined in Act 514?
Answer
Premises where persons work or store plant/substances.
7
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What action can the Minister take if a licensed person breaches conditions?
Answer
Revocate the license after written notice and consideration.
8
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Who can be part of the membership of the National Council?
Answer
Members include representatives of employers, employees, government, and related organizations.
9
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What does 'practicable' mean in the context of Act 514?
Answer
Feasible considering severity, knowledge, availability, and cost.
10
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What is the purpose of prescribing industry codes of practice under Act 514?
Answer
To maintain or improve safety and health standards.
11
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What is the duty of an employer to persons other than employees?
Answer
Ensure such persons are not exposed to risks.
12
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What powers does the Director General have to appoint officers?
Answer
To appoint officers and independent inspecting bodies.
13
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What are the objects of the Act related to vulnerable groups?
Answer
Address safety and health issues for women, handicapped, and other groups.
14
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When does 'work' include, according to Act 514?
Answer
As an employee or self-employed person.
15
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What is the principal's duty regarding the safety measures for contractors at work?
Answer
Implement necessary safety measures where under his control.
16
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When does a principal's duty to ensure safety apply to a contractor?
Answer
When the contractor works under the principal's direction.
17
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What are some measures a principal must take to ensure health and safety at work?
Answer
Provision of safe plant, training, safe environment, emergency procedures.
18
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Who must conduct a risk assessment according to section 18B?
Answer
Every employer, self-employed person, or principal.
19
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What must be done if a risk assessment indicates danger?
Answer
Implement control measures to eliminate or reduce risk.
20
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What is the duty of a manufacturer regarding plant for use at work?
Answer
Ensure design safety, carry out testing, provide info, and update info.
21
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What must a person do when installing prescribed plant?
Answer
Ensure compliance with requirements and obtain approval from Director General.
22
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What is the role of a safety and health officer?
Answer
Ensure compliance with safety laws and promote safe conduct at work.
23
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When must a safety and health committee be established at a workplace?
Answer
If 40 or more persons are employed or directed by the Director General.
24
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What functions does a safety and health committee perform?
Answer
Review safety measures, investigate risks, resolve issues, and request inspections.
25
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What rights does an employee have if they believe there is imminent danger?
Answer
Right to remove themselves from the danger without retaliation.
26
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What is the penalty for supplying unsafe plant or substances in violation of sections 20 or 21?
Answer
Fines up to 200,000 RM or imprisonment up to 2 years.
27
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When is a safety and health training course required?
Answer
When ordered by the Minister for specific persons or roles.
28
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What is the effect of an order from the Director General under section 27G?
Answer
Set guidance for safe operation and ensure awareness among workers.
29
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What are the penalties for interfering with safety provisions or misusing safety items?
Answer
Fines up to 20,000 RM or imprisonment up to 2 years.
30
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What are an employer’s obligations regarding employees’ rights to report unsafe conditions?
Answer
No action or discrimination against employees who report hazards or cooperate.