According to NAVOSH regulations, you are required to immediately report all observed workplace hazards to which of the following persons?

Reporting observed workplace hazards is crucial in maintaining a safe working environment, and NAVOSH (Naval Occupational Safety and Health) regulations emphasize the importance of this. The correct choice emphasizes that the initial step in addressing hazards involves communicating effectively with a direct authority figure who is responsible for overseeing workplace safety.

When you report hazards to a supervisor, you ensure that immediate action can be taken to assess and mitigate the risk. Supervisors are typically the first line of management responsible for addressing safety issues and have the authority to enact changes promptly. They are directly involved in the daily operations and are in a position to enact immediate safety measures or escalate the issue to higher authorities if necessary.

The other options, while they may play important roles in broader safety oversight within the organization, are not typically the first point of contact for reporting immediate hazards. The executive officer and the commanding officer have overarching responsibilities and may not be directly accessible for immediate verbal reporting. The safety petty officer has a specialized role but would usually rely on reports from supervisors to handle safe operation protocols effectively.