Which of the following statements best describes the general obligations of persons?

• A. Inform only the supervisor when risk exists.
• B. Comply with the act and procedures applying to the CMW that are part of a S&HMS.
• C. Avoid sharing information that helps others comply.
• D. Work even if not fit to work to meet production targets.

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is that everyone has a duty to follow the law and the mine’s safety management system. This means not just doing what you’re told in the moment, but operating within the formal processes that the mine uses to control risks.

The best statement captures that by saying you must comply with the act and the procedures applying to coal mine workers as part of the safety and health management system (S&HMS). This links legal obligations with the mine’s established rules for hazard identification, risk control, training, reporting, and day-to-day safe work practice. Following these procedures ensures consistent risk management across the workforce and supports a safe working environment.

The other options don’t fit as well because they either restrict safety duty to a single action (informing a supervisor), discourage sharing information that could help others comply and stay safe, or encourage working when unfit to work to hit production targets—practically unsafe and unlawful.