Employee Responsibilities

Employees also have responsibilities when working in confined spaces. They must understand the work they will perform and the hazards associated with that work. If an employee recognizes a hazardous situation that needs to be addressed, it is his or her responsibility to bring it to the attention of the employer. Acting on such instances not only keeps that employee out of harm's way but improves the safety of other employees as well. All employees must take appropriate measures to keep themselves safe by using the necessary protective clothing and equipment while on the job. It is also the duty of all employees to act in accordance with their training. When an employee is designated a "competent person" in charge of a task, or the "attendant on duty," he or she has even more responsibility for the safety of the other employees.

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