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John is 16 years old and working at Papa Johns. He his told by the team leader put a box of supplies in front of the emergency exit. He questions the leader and they tell him not to worry about it. Does this break an OSHA law?
Yes, under OSHA, a fire/emergency exit cannot be blocked on any case.
What is Ergonomics?
Under OSHA General Duty Clause, employers are required to provide a safe workplace, free of hazards that may cause injury or death.
True or False?
True
According to OSHA, what is the main responsibility of an employer?
An employers responsibility is to provide a workspace free of hazards.
Codey is and and working at Texas Road House. Is position is to operate the meat slicer. However, the meat slicer is unguarded. What should he do?
He should talk to his employer about fixing the hazard. If the employer does not take action, he should report it to OSHA.
What is PPE?
Personal Protective Equipment (goggles, hearing protection, gloves, etc.)
Employers are allowed to charge their employees for required PPE.
True or False?
False
Can OSHA shut down a business?
No, courts are only allowed to shut down business. OSHA just reports the hazards.
Sam is working at a local construction site. On his first day of work, he notices that they have safety nets that are 15 feet below the working surface. Should he report it?
No, OSHA requires that a safety net should be placed no more than 30 feet below the working space. Therefore, having it less than 30 feet is fine.
What is a Whistleblower?
Someone who reports misconducted (reporting the absence of safety features)
An employer must report a work-related fatality to OSHA within 48 hours of learning about the incidents.
True or False?
False
An employer must report a death to OSHA within 8 hours and any amputation, hospitalization, or loss of eye within 24 hours.
What happens if a business breaks the law?
Businesses can fined in large amounts, depending on the offence.