“Refusing Unsafe Work” addresses the issues that arise based on The Home Depot. This is a situation that between you as the Safety Manager and an employee. In this situation, Martin (the worker) has refused to lower a larger order of tile from the overhead racking because the forklift he operates is leaking hydraulic fluid and is unsafe (in his opinion). When you first arrive at the Department you can see wisps of smoke emanating from the forklift’s engine.
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a. Identify the legal requirements for refusing unsafe work for both you and the worker
b. List at least three (3) QUALITY options that exist for you in deciding what to do in this fictional encounter.
c. Explain which course of action you would choose AND make special note of any interactions or advice you have for the supervisor and safety committee.
d. Anticipate and identify the impacts (good or bad) to be expected from your course of action. State what they might be & how you plan to deal with them.
