Who are responsible for the health and safety of federal employees in the workplace and for the protection of federal properties?
Deputy heads of departments and heads of agencies with delegated legislative authority to control or administer real or personal property, including leased property, are accountable for the protection of property. Employers, as defined in Part II of the Canada Labour Code, are accountable for the health and safety of employees in the workplace. This includes complying with Treasury Board fire-protection policies and co-operating with the Labour Program, Human Resources and Social Development, on matters pertaining to fire protection.
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