Explain the supervisor's responsibilities in the safety and health program

Question

What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Supervisors play a key role in maintaining a quality work environment. They represent the level of management closest to employees and subcontractors on a day-to-day basis. Consequently, supervisors carry the primary responsibility for ensuring that employees do the following: 1) comply with all applicable rules and regulations; 2) put safety ahead of other factors (without using it as an excuse for not getting the job done); 3) attend periodic safety meetings/discussions; 4) participate in safety training; 5) properly use personal protective equipment; 6) promptly report accidents and near misses; 6) do the necessary "housekeeping" chores everyday; 7) maintain a positive attitude toward safety; and 8) speak out when other employees are engaging in unsafe practices.