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What was the stated purpose of the OSH Act?
What was the stated purpose of the OSH Act?
To assure safe and healthful working conditions for every working man and woman in the nation and to preserve human resources.
What were the yearly statistics considered by Congress when developing the OSH Act?
What were the yearly statistics considered by Congress when developing the OSH Act?
Workplace accidents causing an average of 14,000 deaths, 2.5 million workers disabled in workplace accidents, and approximately 300,000 new cases of occupational diseases reported.
What is OSHA's mission and purpose?
What is OSHA's mission and purpose?
To ensure safe and healthful working conditions for employees and to provide information, training, and assistance to employers.
What is the purpose of the closing conference in an OSHA inspection?
What is the purpose of the closing conference in an OSHA inspection?
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What is the purpose of a citation by OSHA?
What is the purpose of a citation by OSHA?
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What is the purpose of a penalty issued by OSHA?
What is the purpose of a penalty issued by OSHA?
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What is the proposed penalty for an other-than-serious violation?
What is the proposed penalty for an other-than-serious violation?
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What is a serious violation according to OSHA?
What is a serious violation according to OSHA?
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What is the penalty for a willful violation?
What is the penalty for a willful violation?
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What is the basis for a repeat citation by OSHA?
What is the basis for a repeat citation by OSHA?
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What services does OSHA provide to help employers meet safety & health standards?
What services does OSHA provide to help employers meet safety & health standards?
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Who provides consultation services under OSHA?
Who provides consultation services under OSHA?
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What is the purpose of Voluntary Protection Programs (VPPs)?
What is the purpose of Voluntary Protection Programs (VPPs)?
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What is OSHA's mission and purpose?
What is OSHA's mission and purpose?
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Does the OSH Act apply to all employers?
Does the OSH Act apply to all employers?
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Which employers are exempted from OSHA inspection and injury/illness record maintenance?
Which employers are exempted from OSHA inspection and injury/illness record maintenance?
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What does the general duty clause of the OSH Act require?
What does the general duty clause of the OSH Act require?
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What is the difference between OSHA standards and regulations?
What is the difference between OSHA standards and regulations?
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How are OSHA standards published?
How are OSHA standards published?
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Under what circumstances is OSHA empowered to pass temporary emergency standards?
Under what circumstances is OSHA empowered to pass temporary emergency standards?
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How can a standard, either permanent or temporary, be appealed?
How can a standard, either permanent or temporary, be appealed?
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What does the OSH Act cover in terms of employers' geographic jurisdiction?
What does the OSH Act cover in terms of employers' geographic jurisdiction?
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What is the purpose of monitoring, analyzing, and evaluating state-level safety & health programs?
What is the purpose of monitoring, analyzing, and evaluating state-level safety & health programs?
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What is the significance of the requirement for OSHA to conduct a public hearing on proposed rule changes?
What is the significance of the requirement for OSHA to conduct a public hearing on proposed rule changes?
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What is the purpose of establishing mandatory workplace safety & health standards?
What is the purpose of establishing mandatory workplace safety & health standards?
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What are the employer responsibilities under the OSH Act?
What are the employer responsibilities under the OSH Act?
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What is the employer's responsibility regarding workplace conditions under the OSH Act?
What is the employer's responsibility regarding workplace conditions under the OSH Act?
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What must employers do regarding tools and equipment under the OSH Act?
What must employers do regarding tools and equipment under the OSH Act?
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What is the employer's responsibility for communicating safety and health requirements to employees under the OSH Act?
What is the employer's responsibility for communicating safety and health requirements to employees under the OSH Act?
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When must employers report fatal accidents or those resulting in hospitalization to OSHA?
When must employers report fatal accidents or those resulting in hospitalization to OSHA?
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What must employers provide when required by OSHA?
What must employers provide when required by OSHA?
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What should employers do to warn employees of potential hazards under the OSH Act?
What should employers do to warn employees of potential hazards under the OSH Act?
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What must employers do with respect to OSHA standards under the OSH Act?
What must employers do with respect to OSHA standards under the OSH Act?
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What is the employer's responsibility regarding employee training under the OSH Act?
What is the employer's responsibility regarding employee training under the OSH Act?
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What is the overarching responsibility of employers under the OSH Act?
What is the overarching responsibility of employers under the OSH Act?
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What is the purpose of OSHA's record-keeping and reporting requirements?
What is the purpose of OSHA's record-keeping and reporting requirements?
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How long must employers maintain injury and illness records?
How long must employers maintain injury and illness records?
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What is OSHA Form 301 used for?
What is OSHA Form 301 used for?
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What are the exceptions to OSHA's record-keeping and reporting requirements?
What are the exceptions to OSHA's record-keeping and reporting requirements?
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What are employers required to do to keep employees informed about safety and health issues?
What are employers required to do to keep employees informed about safety and health issues?
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What are the consequences of providing prior notice to a company about an OSHA inspection?
What are the consequences of providing prior notice to a company about an OSHA inspection?
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What is the first step in an OSHA inspection?
What is the first step in an OSHA inspection?
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What happens during the opening conference in an OSHA inspection?
What happens during the opening conference in an OSHA inspection?
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What are the criteria for reporting occupational illnesses and injuries?
What are the criteria for reporting occupational illnesses and injuries?
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What is the purpose of OSHA's variance petition process?
What is the purpose of OSHA's variance petition process?
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What is the purpose of OSHA's dialogue among stakeholders to improve record-keeping and reporting?
What is the purpose of OSHA's dialogue among stakeholders to improve record-keeping and reporting?
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What is the purpose of OSHA's inspection tour?
What is the purpose of OSHA's inspection tour?
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Study Notes
OSH Act Purpose and History
- The OSH Act was established to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by authorizing enforcement of standards and providing assistance.
- Congress considered yearly statistics of 14,000 job-related deaths, 2.5 million disabilities, and 300,000 new cases of occupational diseases when developing the OSH Act.
OSHA's Mission and Purpose
- OSHA's mission is to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and providing assistance.
- OSHA's purpose is to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths.
OSHA Inspections and Enforcement
- The purpose of the closing conference in an OSHA inspection is to discuss the findings of the inspection with the employer.
- A citation is issued by OSHA to notify the employer of a violation and to propose a penalty.
- The purpose of a penalty issued by OSHA is to punish the employer for violating OSHA standards.
- The proposed penalty for an other-than-serious violation is up to $13,494.
- A serious violation is defined by OSHA as a violation that could cause death or serious physical harm.
- The penalty for a willful violation is up to $134,937.
- A repeat citation is issued by OSHA when an employer has already been cited for a substantially similar violation in the past three years.
OSHA Services and Programs
- OSHA provides consultation services, education, and training to help employers meet safety and health standards.
- Consultation services are provided by state agencies or universities under OSHA's consultation program.
- The purpose of Voluntary Protection Programs (VPPs) is to recognize and reward employers who have implemented exceptional safety and health management systems.
OSH Act Scope and Coverage
- The OSH Act applies to all employers and their employees, except for self-employed individuals, family members of farm owners, and public employees.
- The Act exempts employers with 10 or fewer employees from maintaining injury and illness records.
OSHA Standards and Regulations
- The general duty clause of the OSH Act requires employers to provide a safe and healthy work environment.
- OSHA standards are published in the Federal Register.
- OSHA can pass temporary emergency standards under certain circumstances, such as a new hazard.
- A standard can be appealed through the courts.
Employer Responsibilities
- Employers are responsible for providing a safe and healthy work environment, communicating safety and health requirements to employees, and training employees.
- Employers must report fatal accidents or those resulting in hospitalization to OSHA within eight hours.
- Employers must provide OSHA with access to their workplace and records upon request.
- Employers must warn employees of potential hazards and provide personal protective equipment.
- Employers must maintain injury and illness records for at least five years.
OSHA Record-Keeping and Reporting
- OSHA's record-keeping and reporting requirements are designed to help employers track work-related injuries and illnesses.
- Employers must use OSHA Form 301 to record injuries and illnesses.
- Exceptions to OSHA's record-keeping and reporting requirements include employers with 10 or fewer employees and certain industries.
OSHA Inspections and Enforcement Process
- The first step in an OSHA inspection is the opening conference, where the inspector explains the purpose and scope of the inspection.
- The criteria for reporting occupational illnesses and injuries include death, days away from work, restricted work, or medical treatment.
- OSHA's variance petition process allows employers to request a variance from OSHA standards under certain circumstances.
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