OSHA Small Business Knowledge Center

The Occupational Safety and Health Act was intended to create safer work environments. Although it was passed more than forty years ago, its impact continues to ripple through the modern workplace.

The Occupational Safety Health Act improved the safety of the American workplace. But your business may be exempt from OSH Act coverage. We'll tell you how to tell whether your organization falls under the OSHA umbrella.

The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 included provisions that require employers to post specific notices in the workplace. If you fail to comply with poster requirements, your company could face hefty fines.

The Occupational Safety and Health Act made workplaces safer for employees. But it also increased the number of workplace dangers for employers - not the least of which is the potential for OSH Act fines and penalties.

The Occupational Safety and Health Act requires employers to maintain safe work environments. It also requires employers to complete no small amount of recordkeeping functions. Here's what you need to know.