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Authorized person
A worker approved or assigned by the employer for specified duties or locations.
Safety notes
- Define the authorization, competency, limits, supervision, and revocation; a job title alone is insufficient.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Define the authorization, competency, limits, supervision, and revocation; a job title alone is insufficient.
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Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.