By making employers and employees more aware of safety and health considerations, OSHA has significantly affected organizations. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 was enacted to ensure that the health and safety of workers would be protected.
Every employer that is engaged in commerce and has one or more employees must comply with the act. Employers in specific industries, such as railroads and mining, are covered under other health and safety acts.
A major responsibility of OSHA is to enforce safety regulations in an effort to reduce injuries and illnesses in the workplace. Enforcement includes creating guidelines and rules, investigating, inspecting, and levying fines. Compliance officers have great discretion and authority to ensure worker safety.
While national safety statistics show improvement, there are still noteworthy tragic accidents that result in significant human and financial loss.
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