Which action best shows that a manager is accountable for preventing workplace accidents?
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APutting risk controls in place and checking that they work
BPausing action until regulators issue enforcement notices
CPassing all accountability exclusively to contracted workers
DCutting back on spending for staff training
EChoosing not to document workplace incidents
✓ Correct answer: A. Putting risk controls in place and checking that they workA manager demonstrates accountability by introducing risk controls and regularly checking that they remain effective in preventing harm.
Why the other options are incorrect:
• Pausing action until regulators issue enforcement notices: Reactive inaction until enforcement notices arrive reflects negligence rather than accountability.
• Passing all accountability exclusively to contracted workers: Responsibility cannot be fully transferred to contractors; the manager retains legal accountability throughout.
• Cutting back on spending for staff training: Cutting training resources weakens the organisation's ability to prevent incidents, contradicting accountability.
• Choosing not to document workplace incidents: Failing to record incidents hides safety problems; genuine accountability demands transparent documentation.
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