What are my employer’s responsibilities?
An employer has many responsibilities under the legislation. Your employer must:
- Ensure a copy of the Saskatchewan Employment Act and the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, 2020 are available for your reference. The legislation is available for your reference online.
- Provide a healthy and safe work environment
- Put first aid and emergency arrangements in place
- Promptly report incidents to Occupational Health and Safety
- Know and follow the appropriate legislation for the industry
Your employer must train you in all matters that are necessary to protect your health and safety before you start work, are assigned different duties or are moved to a new worksite. Also, your employer must pay you while you are being trained. The training must include:
- Safety policies, safe work procedures and precautions to protect you against hazards
- First aid locations and procedures in the event of fire and other emergencies
- Identification of prohibited or restricted areas
- Hazard reporting procedures
- Your responsibilities
Your employer must provide close and competent supervision until you have been trained to do your job and have enough experience to perform your work safely. If you are uncertain, ask for the training you need to protect your health and safety.