Staff & Student Responsibilities

• Obey the law of health and safety at work.
• Take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your actions at work.
• Co-operate with your employer and co-workers to help everyone meet their legal requirements. Follow the health and safety rules of the University.
• Follow the training you have received when using any work items your employer has given you.
• Use machines and equipment safely.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Report hazards to your employer, supervisor, or health and safety representative.
• Work safely and don’t fool around.
• If you have specific queries or concerns relating to health and safety in your workplace, talk to your employer, manager/supervisor or a health and safety representative.
• Participate health and safety efforts of the University by reporting the hazards and generating solutions.

As an employee or student, the law also gives you three important rights:

• The Right to Know (about dangers in your workplace and what to do about them)
• The Right to Participate (in keeping your workplace healthy and safe).
• The Right to Refuse (you should say no if you think someone will get hurt).

Prepared by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mahmut Ekşioğlu