Introduction 3
Worker Protection is the Law of the Land 3
Workers’ Rights under the OSH Act 3
Employer Responsibilities 4
Who Does OSHA Cover 5
Private Sector Workers 5
State and Local Government Workers 5
Federal Government Workers 5
Not Covered under the OSH Act 6
Worker Rights in State-Plan States 6
Right to a Safe and Healthful Workplace 7
Employers’ “General Duty” 7
OSHA Standards: Protection on the Job 7
Right to be Provided Protective Equipment Free of Charge 8
Right to Information 8
OSHA Worksite Investigations 10
Right to File a Complaint with OSHA to Request an On-site OSHA Inspection 11
Rights of Workers during an Inspection 12
Workers’ Rights following Issuance of Citations 13
Right to Information if No Inspection is Conducted or No Citation Issued 14
Right to Use Your Rights: Protection against Retaliation Whistleblower Protection 14
If There is a Dangerous Situation at Work 16
Additional Whistleblower Protections 16
OSHA Assistance, Services, and Programs 21
Establishing a Safety and Health Program 21
Compliance Assistance Specialists 21
No Cost On-Site Safety and Health Consultation Services for Small Business 22
Cooperative Programs 22
Occupational Safety and Health Training 23
OSHA Educational Materials 23
How to Contact OSHA 23
OSHA Regional Offices 24
Product Details
- OSHA 3021 06R
- Occupational Safety and Health
