OSHA Standards and Workplace Safety

The employer intentionally knew about a hazard and chose not to fix it.

A violation that is likely to cause serious harm or death.

A violation that has a connection to job safety but is unlikely to cause death or serious injury.

This happens when a nearly identical violation is found during a repeat inspection after an initial citation.

The employer must record any injury or illness on the forms 300 and 301 within 7 days.

An OSHA inspector decides whether to issue a citation and penalties for the violation.

The employer is required to display the citation for 3 days or until the violation is corrected.

A record of workplace injuries and illnesses that must be maintained by employers. It includes details about the incident, the affected employee, and the outcome.

A type of injury or illness that must be recorded on the OSHA 300 Log. This includes injuries or illnesses that result in death, days away from work, restricted work or job transfer, medical treatment beyond first aid, loss of consciousness, or a diagnosis by a healthcare professional.

A type of injury or illness that may not be immediately apparent but could develop later, such as exposure to hazardous substances or repetitive strain injuries.

The time period during which OSHA 300 logs must be kept readily available for inspection. This is five years from the date of the record.

A legal defense that an employer can use to avoid liability in a workers' compensation case. This defense argues that the employee knowingly and voluntarily accepted the risks of their job.

Return-to-work programs help employees return to their jobs quickly, often with modified duties.

These programs aim to reduce the time employees are away from work, leading to cost savings for both employers and employees.

Return-to-work programs can help reduce the misuse of workers' compensation benefits, promoting a responsible approach to workplace injuries and illnesses.

These programs can help control medical costs by allowing employees to receive appropriate care and return to their jobs efficiently.

They can improve employee morale and relations by demonstrating the company's commitment to employee well-being.

These programs can help reduce the likelihood of permanent disability, enabling employees to maintain their working capabilities.

They reduce the possibility of employees getting injured again upon returning to work, promoting workplace safety.

A program helps reduce litigation by addressing employee injuries and illnesses effectively.

A successful return-to-work program involves identifying suitable jobs for employees to transition into after their injuries, ensuring they have adapted work.

Prompt reporting of workplace injuries and illnesses allows for swift action and early intervention, leading to better outcomes.

The expected losses are calculated by multiplying the payrolls in each classification of the insured's employees by a published expected loss ratio factor specific to each classification and state.

An amount added to both the numerator and denominator of the EMR to reduce the impact of large credits or debits.

A modification factor of '1.0' means no credit or debit is applied to the insured's rates. It means that the insured's rates are not adjusted based on their past claims experience.

A comprehensive plan that aims to help injured employees return to work gradually, potentially in modified or light-duty roles, while still managing their recovery.

A specific set of limitations placed on an injured employee by a medical professional, dictating what an employee can safely do during recovery.

Most states mandate that all employers with five or more employees carry workers' compensation insurance or be self-insured.

A measure of the insured's past claims experience, reflecting their risk profile.

A key strategy for managing workers' compensation costs. It involves creating a plan that helps injured employees return to work progressively through light-duty roles.

The specifics of a return-to-work/light duty policy or program depend on the medical restrictions imposed by the medical provider.

The process of modifying an employee's job functions to allow for their safe return to work within the limitations imposed by their medical provider.

This record includes information such as the employee's name, social security number, hepatitis B vaccination status, the employer's copy of the health care professional's written opinion, and copies of all examination results and medical tests.

The purpose of this standard is to ensure that employers know the dangers associated with chemicals they use and provide this information to employees. It also ensures that the hazards of chemicals produced or imported are properly classified.

The employer must develop a written program that outlines their procedures for sharing information about chemical hazards and the required safety measures. This program should include a list of known hazardous chemicals with their references, methods for informing employees about hazards in non-routine tasks, and a plan to transmit this information to other employers in the workplace.

The employer must provide employees with information about the potential hazards associated with using chemicals in their workplace.

The employer must provide comprehensive training to employees on the hazards of chemicals used in the workplace, the proper use and handling of these chemicals, and the company's procedures for dealing with chemical emergencies.