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Communication in Safety
Communication in Safety
Definition of Communication
The act of communicating; transmission. a. The exchange of thoughts, messages, or information, as by speech, signals, writing, or behavior. b. Interpersonal rapport. Communications (used with a sing. or pl. verb) a. The art and technique of using words effectively to impart information or ideas. b. The field of study concerned with the transmission of information by various means, such as print or broadcasting. c. Any of various professions involved with the transmission of information, such as advertising, broadcasting, or journalism.
Reference to Regulations/Standards
Philippines OSH Standards OHSAS 18001:1999 Occupational Health and Safety Management System Standard IOHA Report to ILO on an International OHSMS ILO OSHS MS 2001 OSHA 1910.1200 Hazard Communication ISRS (International Safety Rating System)
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receiving, documenting and responding appropriately to internal and external communications related to OSH; Ensuring the internal communication of OSH information between relevant levels and functions of the organization; and Ensuring that the concerns, ideas and inputs of workers and their representatives on OSH matters are received, considered and responded to.
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THE EXCHANGE OF IDEAS, INFORMATION AND/OR FEELINGS BETWEEN TWO PARTIES FOR MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING.
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CHANNELS OF COMMUNICATION
ENCODE
DECODE
SENDER
RECEIVER
RECEIVER
SENDER FEEDBACK
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COMMUNICATION PROCESS
MEDIUM
MESSAGE DECODES
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FEEDBACK
Hear the message Interpret the Message Evaluate the Message Respond to the Message
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Receiving information through your ears (and eyes) Giving meaning to that information Deciding what you think (or feel) about that information Responding to what you hear
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