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Safety and work practicesQuestion 261 of 1506

Which statement about a safety watcher is correct under Part VIII?

  1. The watcher can stop any dangerous part of the work
  2. The watcher may also carry out part of the electrical work
  3. The watcher must hold a licensed supervisor's ticket
  4. The watcher only writes the events in a work log
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Correct answer: The watcher can stop any dangerous part of the work

A safety watcher has the authority to stop dangerous work and must be free of other duties.

Source: Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (SOR/86-304), Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (SOR/86-304), Part VIII: Electrical Safety

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026