What are the OSHA standards?
OSHA standards are published in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and are divided into separate standards for General Industry, Construction, and Maritime.
What is the purpose of OSHA?
OSHA’s mission is to ensure that employees work in a safe and healthful environment by setting and enforcing standards, and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Employers must comply with all applicable OSHA standards.
Can OSHA set emergency standards that take effect immediately?
Under certain limited conditions, OSHA is authorized to set emergency temporary standards that take effect immediately and are in effect until superseded by a permanent standard.
When does OSHA publish the final text of a standard?
After the close of the comment period and public hearing, if one is held, OSHA must publish in the Federal Register the full, final text of any standard amended or adopted and the date it becomes effective, along with an explanation of the standard and the reasons for implementing it.
What are the resources for learning about OSHA regulations?
Resources for Learning about OSHA Regulations. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates worker safety in the United States and its territories. Health and safety standards are contained in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR), and are available online.
What is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?
With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. OSHA is part of the United States Department of Labor.