Employee Responsibilities

Employees working in confined spaces have responsibilities as follows:

• Work in compliance with OHS acts and regulations.
• Use PPE and clothing as directed by the employer.
• Report workplace hazards and dangers to the supervisor.
• Work in a safe manner as required by the supervisor, and use the prescribed safety equipment.
• Tell the supervisor or employer about any missing or defective equipment or protective device that may be dangerous.

Employees also have three basic rights, as follows:

• The right to refuse unsafe work
• The right to participate in the workplace health and safety activities through the Health and Safety Committee (HSC) or as a worker health and safety representative
• The right to know and be informed about actual and potential dangers in the workplace

To learn more about Confined Space Competent Person/Supervisor visit our Confined Space Competent Person/Supervisor Online Training web page.