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How often must the safety committee meet?
The safety committee should meet no less than once every 3 months. SHAW Act, Section 103(3)
How many persons must be on the safety committee?
There should be an equal number of employer and employee representatives. It is recommended that there be no more than…
How long can a person serve on the Safety Committee?
Workplaces can determine the duration of this appointment.
How are the posts in the Safety Committee (chairperson, secretary) selected?
Members of the committee elect the chairman and secretary at the first committee meeting.
Does the chairperson of the Safety Committee have to be a management representative?
No, but it has been the practice of some workplaces to have the most senior person as the chairperson since…
