Common use of Safe Workplace Clause in Contracts

Safe Workplace. The Employer and employees recognize the need for a safe and healthy workplace and agree to take appropriate measures in order that risks of accidents and/or occupational disease are reduced and/or eliminated. The Employer will take all reasonable steps to eliminate, reduce and/or minimize threats to the safety of employees. When the Employer is aware that a patient/resident/client has a history of aggressive and /or violent behavior, the Employer shall make such information available to the employee. Upon admission or transfer the Employer will make every reasonable effort to identify the potential for aggressive behavior. In-services and/or instruction in caring for the violent patient will be provided by the Employer. The Employer will provide orientation, and/or in-service which is necessary for the safe performance of work including universal precautions, the safe use of equipment, safe techniques for lifting and supporting patients/residents/clients, and the safe handling of materials and products. The Employer will also make readily available information, manuals, on line tools and procedures for these purposes. The Employer will provide appropriate safety clothing and equipment to employees. Nurses who are hired to work at Nanaimo Seniors Village shall be provided with job – specific orientation, including job shadowing, and/or in-service where appropriate.