The Statute on workplace safety requires that an employer should ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare at work of all full and part time employees, and also those not in direct employment who may be affected by acts or omissions at work. However, it is also the duty of employees to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and also that of other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work, for example by complying with all notices on health and safety that are posted.
Question: If a workplace visitor is hurt due to an act of negligence by an employee then the employee may be held solely responsible.
Options:
A. true, B. false, C. uncertain
Answer: B