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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration

February 5, 2015 by: Content Team

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) is a federal agency within the United States Department of Labor. OSHA was established under the Occupational Safety and Health Act enacted by President Richard Nixon in 1970. OSHA is responsible for insuring that workers are afforded a certain level of workplace safety through training, outreach, and education. Additionally, OSHA enforces the safety […]

The Occupational Safety and Health Act

February 4, 2015 by: Content Team

The primary federal law that governs health and safety practices in both governmental industries and the private sector, the Occupational Safety and Health Act works to ensure that all employers keep their employees safe in the workplace. Conditions dictated by the Act include, among other things, toxic chemicals, damaging noise levels, and excessive weather conditions. The Act is outlined in […]

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

January 21, 2015 by: Content Team

The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a federal agency in charge of preventing work-related injuries and illnesses. The agency is also responsible for conducting research that pertains to work-related accidents. The agency is part of the Center for Disease Control Prevention (CDC) and has offices and research laboratories all over the United States. […]