HEALTH AND SAFETY
POLICY and PROGRAM


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SAFETY PROGRAM - RESPONSIBlLITIES

PROJECT MANAGERS

Will:
I ) implement, support, and enforce the safety program at the project level,

2) communicate with Senior Management on Ministry of Labour-related items such as notices respecting projects and notices of accidents and injuries,

3) cause a health and safety committee to be established and represent management on it,

4) oversee site planning and approve a site plan that takes into account access, traffic control, materials handling, storage, and sanitation,

5) review site fire protection and emergency response plans,

6) review site training plans for health and safety and ensure that adequate resources are available,

7) review safe work procedures for the site, and

8) direct accident investigations on site, and review and forward reports to head office.


SUPERVISORS (FOREPERSONS)

Will:
1) Make sure thar the program is carried out at the work level,

2) ensure that protective equipment required by law and by the program is used and maintained properly by workers and that workers understand the reasons for its use,

3) instruct personnel in proper work practices and update instruction as needed,

4) check work practices and work areas for hazards and take corrective action where required,

5) consult with the health and safety representative,

6) ensure that injuries are treated and reported,

7) investigate and report all accidents and take corrective action, and

8) acquaint the new worker with hazards and safe work procedures.


WORKERS

Will:
1 ) Work in accordance with the safety program,

2) work in a manner that will not endanger anyone,

3) report unsafe situations,

4) comply with the OH&S Act and all relevant regulations,

5) report injury or illness immediately,

6) help new employees recognize job hazards and follow proper procedures,

7) participate in joint health and safety committees as required and agreed.


SUBCONTRACTORS

Are required to:
I ) promote accident prevention through leadership and example,

2) adhere to the general contractor's constructor's program requirements,

3) monitor site conditions in their area and take corrective action,

4) report any lost-time injuries immediately to the constructor and

5) request help in dealing with hazards created by another employer's workforce.


CONSTRUCTOR (GENERAL CONTRACTOR)

Shall:
1) monitor subcontractors for compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OH&S Act) and Regulations for Construction Projects,

2) see that all subcontractors are obligated by contract to follow the constructor's safety program,

3) monitor each subcontractor's safety performance and compliance with contractual obligations and take corrective action where necessary.


HEALTH & SAFETY REPRESENTATIVE

Shall:
I ) inspect the workplace,

2) identify situations that may be a source of danger,

3) make recommendations to the employer,

4) investigate and help deal with work refusals, and

5) assist in accident investigations.


JOINT HEALTH & SAFETY COMMITTEE

Shall:
I ) inspect the workplace,

2) review health and safety reports,

3) make recommendations to the employer,

4) assist in accident investigations,

5) identify situations that may be a source of danger, and

6) assist in resolving work refusals and reports of "dangerous
circumstance ."