Roles and Responsibilities

The Employer

The employer, typically represented by senior management, has the greatest responsibilities with respect to health and safety in the workplace and is responsible for taking every precaution reasonable in the circumstances for the protection of a worker. The employer is responsible for ensuring that the IRS is established, promoted, and that it functions successfully. A strong IRS is an important element of a strong health and safety culture in a workplace. A strong health and safety culture shows respect for the people in the workplace.

Source: http://www.labour.gov.on.ca/english/hs/pubs/farming/ohsa/intro.php

Glossery:

Strong: forte
Reasonable: razoável
Established: estabelecida
Ensuring: garantindo

Aluna: Meyla