Occupational Health and Safety Administration

Paper Summary:

This paper explores Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) in the workplace. It discusses the responsibilities and purpose of OSHA and looks at the guidelines they establish to deal with problems that occur on the job. The paper specifically examines the role of OSHA in ensuring that people remain safe in the workplace and describes the inspections they conduct.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
OSHA in the Workplace
OSHA Inspections
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Overall it is apparent that OSHA will conduct inspections whenever the administration feels that such inspections are warranted. A business that is subjected to an inspection must attempt to put forth the most positive picture of the company. The business must understand the critical nature of the health and safety standards established by OSHA and comply with these standards. Not doing so can result in the injury or death of an employee or a customer, which can be a costly way to bring a business into compliance. In addition, ignoring citations can result in serious legal troubles for the business. The research also indicates that OSHA is attempting to improve the manner in which it interacts with employers by acting as educators that are there to serve and assist employers."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Gaudio Beth (2005) OSHA Inspection . . . Can It Happen to You? NFIB Legal Foundation. Retrieved July 26 from; http://www.nfib.com/object/IO_19802.html
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