Stop Work Authority Policy
Document Control Company: [COMPANY NAME] · Logo: [COMPANY LOGO] · Address: [COMPANY ADDRESS] Prepared by: [RESPONSIBLE PERSON] · Date: [DATE] · Approved by (signature): _________________
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | Company Policies |
| Recommended Industry | All |
| Document Type | Policy |
| Access Level | Pro |
| Last Reviewed | 2026-06-29 |
| Last Updated | 2026-06-29 |
How to Use This Template
Review the policy, customize it to your company, have leadership approve it, then communicate and train employees on it. Keep a signed or acknowledged copy on file.
Policy
1. Purpose — Empower every worker to stop work that is unsafe, without fear of reprisal.
2. Scope — All employees, subcontractors, and visitors at [COMPANY NAME] worksites.
3. Policy Statement — Any person who observes an unsafe condition or act has the authority and the responsibility to stop the affected work immediately. Stopping work to address a safety concern will never result in retaliation.