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Occupational Safety and Health Act
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Essential Provider : KnowledgeCity 6 chapters · 18 Lessons · 56m in English, Spanish
Course Description
The Occupational Health and Safety Act (OSHA) was created to keep employees safe in a variety of industries. Special rules have been thoughtfully crafted with different sectors in mind, such as the agriculture and maritime sectors. Those under OSHA’s jurisdiction are legally required to comply with applicable mandates. Noncompliance can result in heavy penalties, sometimes even hundreds of dollars per violation in severe cases. What guidelines are businesses expected to follow? How can you avoid these penalties and ensure your organization is a safe place to work?
In this course, we’ll explore how you can stay compliant with OSHA standards and regulations. We’ll discuss the different types of hazards that can be found in different workplaces and how you can communicate these hazards to your staff. You’ll learn about the different kinds of personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as how to design an Emergency Action Plan in times of crisis. We’ll also discuss how you can fulfill recordkeeping obligations and how to report incidents.
What You'll Learn
- Understand your legal compliance obligations under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
- Identify the different types of hazards found in various workplaces and communicate them to staff
- Select and apply the appropriate types of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Design an Emergency Action Plan and apply emergency procedures and first aid in times of crisis
- Fulfill OSHA recordkeeping requirements and follow incident reporting procedures, including reporting fatalities and severe injuries
- Train employees effectively on safety compliance and foster a safety culture in the workplace
Key Takeaways
- OSHA was created to keep employees safe across a variety of industries, with special rules crafted for sectors such as agriculture and maritime.
- Those under OSHA's jurisdiction are legally required to comply with applicable mandates, and noncompliance can result in heavy penalties.
- Employers are responsible for keeping employees safe both daily and in times of crisis, including through PPE and an Emergency Action Plan.
- Staying compliant involves identifying and communicating workplace hazards, meeting recordkeeping obligations, and reporting incidents.
- Effective employee safety training and a strong safety culture support ongoing OSHA compliance and continuous improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
The course explores how to stay compliant with OSHA standards and regulations, including types of workplace hazards, hazard communication, personal protective equipment (PPE), designing an Emergency Action Plan, recordkeeping obligations, and incident reporting.
Who is required to comply with OSHA?
Those under OSHA's jurisdiction are legally required to comply with applicable mandates, and noncompliance can result in heavy penalties.
What skills will I gain from this course?
You will develop skills in hazard identification, understanding the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and applying safety standards.
Does the course address emergency situations?
Yes. It covers emergency procedures and first aid, designing an Emergency Action Plan, and the steps needed to keep employees safe both daily and in times of crisis.
How does the course help organizations avoid penalties?
It discusses how to stay compliant with OSHA standards and regulations, communicate hazards to staff, fulfill recordkeeping obligations, and report incidents to help keep the workplace safe and compliant.
