Workplace Health, Safety & Welfare
The federal government enacted the Occupational Safety and Health Act to protect employees from jobsite accidents and deaths. Under the Act, employers must provide workers with safe working conditions and meet the government's health standards.
Function
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides safety standards and training to employees and employers to help prevent serious workplace injuries. Employees may file complaints with OSHA investigators if they believe their employer is violating OSHA regulations.
Features
OSHA requires employers to provide jobsite safety training if necessary. Medical records and records of employment injuries must be provided to employees upon request. If an employee requests a formal OSHA investigation, employers are prohibited from retaliating against that employee.
Types
OSHA's jurisdiction covers most private employers. States may have their own OSHA regulations, but the state regulations must be at least as protective as the federal OSHA regulation. OSHA does not cover employees who are independent contractors or self-employed and family businesses who do not hire outside workers.
Effects
OSHA requires employers to provide personal protective clothing and equipment if employees are exposed to potentially dangerous chemicals.
Function
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) provides safety standards and training to employees and employers to help prevent serious workplace injuries. Employees may file complaints with OSHA investigators if they believe their employer is violating OSHA regulations.
Features
OSHA requires employers to provide jobsite safety training if necessary. Medical records and records of employment injuries must be provided to employees upon request. If an employee requests a formal OSHA investigation, employers are prohibited from retaliating against that employee.
Types
OSHA's jurisdiction covers most private employers. States may have their own OSHA regulations, but the state regulations must be at least as protective as the federal OSHA regulation. OSHA does not cover employees who are independent contractors or self-employed and family businesses who do not hire outside workers.
Effects
OSHA requires employers to provide personal protective clothing and equipment if employees are exposed to potentially dangerous chemicals.
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