Temporary workers are an important risk for safety

Temporary workers are an important issue of security risk because they are unfamiliar with the rules in the workplace and society, and are in place for a limited time. Temporary workers must be trained in health policies and security of society as if they are part of the permanent staff. Temporary workers can be employed for a variety of reasons, as a cover for permanent employees who are off sick or on vacation, or to cope with seasonal increases in workload. In many cases, workers were employed by an employment agency, these workers with direct employment of these agencies.

Temporary workers should be given information about risks to their health and safety that have been identified by risk assessment. Temporary workers should also be stated that the measures have been taken to prevent or control those risks. Temporary workers must know what actions should be taken in case of emergency.

In the event of an accident the employer of the workers is responsible for reporting incidents involving temporary workers. If a temporary worker has an accident while working for a host employer, the employer should inform the host employer of the worker immediately.

The duty to provide protective equipment to employees does not extend to temporary workers. The employment agency is required to ensure protective equipment is provided. Most agencies work may require temporary workers to provide their own equipment. The host employer must inform employers of temporary workers of the risks associated with the work, and what personal protective equipment may be necessary.

A comprehensive security policy should include details about terms and procedures established for specific health and safety to include temporary workers. Problems, for special occupational qualifications or skills of workers are required to perform safely, should be addressed. Temporary workers must be trained on company health and safety policies and this should be documented .......