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Javier, a newly appointed Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) manager at \"Precision Manufacturing Inc.\", is tasked with enhancing worker participation within the company\'s ISO 45001:2018 certified OHSMS. He observes that while the organization conducts regular safety meetings and solicits feedback through suggestion boxes, workers perceive these efforts as superficial and ineffective. Many employees express a sentiment that their concerns are rarely addressed or acted upon, leading to a general apathy towards OHS initiatives and a lack of trust in management\'s commitment to worker safety. The company, while compliant with local safety regulations such as OSHA guidelines on hazard communication and PPE, struggles to foster a proactive safety culture where workers feel genuinely empowered to contribute to OHS decision-making. Javier recognizes that simply increasing the frequency of existing communication channels will not suffice. Which of the following strategies would be MOST effective in addressing the root causes of low worker participation and fostering a more engaged and empowered workforce within the framework of ISO 45001:2018?
Establish a formal worker representation committee with elected representatives from each department, granting them the authority to review and influence OHS policies and procedures, ensuring that all worker concerns are documented, investigated, and addressed transparently, and providing comprehensive training to workers on their rights, responsibilities, and channels for participation within the OHSMS.
Implement a system of regular anonymous surveys to gather worker feedback on OHS issues, analyze the survey results to identify areas for improvement, and share the findings with senior management for consideration, while ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations like GDPR in handling worker data.
Focus on improving communication about existing OHS policies and procedures by creating visually appealing newsletters, posting informative posters in common areas, and conducting regular toolbox talks to reinforce safety messages, ensuring all communication materials are available in multiple languages to accommodate the diverse workforce.
Introduce a reward and recognition program that incentivizes workers to report hazards, participate in safety inspections, and contribute to safety improvement projects, offering prizes and public acknowledgement for outstanding contributions to OHS, while ensuring that the program does not inadvertently discourage the reporting of near misses or minor incidents due to fear of reprisal.

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