Practice question
When a security guard witnesses a worker operating machinery unsafely, posing an immediate risk, what is the most appropriate action according to OHSA principles?
- Document the unsafe act and only report it to the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) during their next meeting.
- Instruct another worker to confront the unsafe worker, avoiding direct involvement.
- Observe the worker for a prolonged period to gather more evidence of unsafe practices.
- Intervene immediately, advise the worker of the hazard, stop the unsafe work if necessary, and report to the supervisor.
Answer: D — Intervene immediately, advise the worker of the hazard, stop the unsafe work if necessary, and report to the supervisor.
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