Employer and Leadership Responsibilities
- Duty of Care: Provide a safe and healthy working environment, comply with statutory laws (such as the Factories Act), and maintain proper facility infrastructure
- Safety Management Systems (SMS): Establish clear safety policies, risk assessments, operational budgets, and emergency response procedures.
- Resource Provision: Supply adequate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), properly guarded machinery, safe tools, and regular maintenance.
- Training and Culture: Conduct mandatory safety training, drills, and enforce accountability through leadership actions.
Supervisor and Safety Officer Responsibilities
- Enforcement: Ensure daily compliance with safety rules, operational procedures, and machine guard protocols.
- Inspections and Audits: Regularly inspect the workplace, perform job hazard analyses, and check fire safety and ventilation systems.
- Incident Management: Investigate accidents or near-misses, manage reporting systems, and implement corrective measures.
Employee Responsibilities
- Rule Compliance: Follow established safety guidelines, avoid dangerous shortcuts, and use the correct tool for each task.
- Use of PPE: Wear assigned protective gear (helmets, goggles, gloves, safety shoes, and uniforms) at all times.
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