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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. Employer duties. An employer has the following duties.
A. An employer shall furnish to each employee employment and a place of employment that are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to the employee.
B. An employer shall comply with occupational safety and health rules adopted under this chapter.
2. Employee duties. An employee shall comply with occupational safety and health rules and all rules adopted under this chapter that are applicable to the employee's own actions and conduct.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maine Revised Statutes Title 26. Labor and Industry § 561-A. General duties - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/me/title-26-labor-and-industry/me-rev-st-tit-26-sect-561-a/
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