Occupational Safety and Health Act

GPTKB entity

Statements (107)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:legislation
gptkb:law
gptkbp:addresses chemical exposure limits
workplace violence
substance abuse in the workplace
gptkbp:allows gptkb:fines_for_non-compliance
whistleblower protections
inspections by OSHA
gptkbp:amended_by gptkb:OSHA_Act_of_1970
gptkbp:applies_to private sector employers
public sector employers
gptkbp:covers construction industry
manufacturing industry
agriculture industry
healthcare industry
gptkbp:effective_date April 28, 1971
gptkbp:enacted_by gptkb:United_States_Congress
gptkbp:encourages safety audits
safety culture in organizations
collaboration between employers and employees
employee involvement in safety programs
state-level safety programs
safety committees in workplaces
employer-employee cooperation
reporting of unsafe conditions without retaliation
gptkbp:enforces gptkb:Occupational_Safety_and_Health_Administration
gptkbp:established_in gptkb:Henry_Nixon
gptkbp:establishes gptkb:National_Institute_for_Occupational_Safety_and_Health
gptkb:Occupational_Safety_and_Health_Review_Commission
workplace safety standards
gptkbp:governing_body gptkb:Occupational_Safety_and_Health_Administration
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Occupational Safety and Health Act
gptkbp:includes hazard communication standard
personal protective equipment requirements
general duty clause
regulations for chemical safety
regulations for construction safety
regulations for agriculture safety
regulations for electrical safety
regulations for fall protection
regulations for maritime safety
regulations for noise exposure
provisions for reporting injuries
provisions for temporary workers
provisions for workplace accommodations.
gptkbp:influenced_by labor movements
gptkbp:mandates gptkb:safety_standards
safety inspections
first aid training
hazard communication standards
safety training for new employees
safety protocols for machinery operation
gptkbp:penalty_shootout gptkb:fines_for_non-compliance
gptkbp:promotes safety training programs
safety programs
mental health in the workplace
safety culture in workplaces
gptkbp:provides whistleblower protections
resources for small businesses
guidelines for respiratory protection.
guidelines for workplace ergonomics
guidelines for workplace violence prevention
training grants for employers
guidelines for reporting accidents
workers' rights to report unsafe conditions
consultation services for employers
guidelines for personal protective equipment
guidelines for workplace inspections
resources for compliance assistance
access to safety information for employees
rights to report unsafe conditions
training requirements for employees
guidance for workplace safety committees
gptkbp:purpose to ensure workplace safety and health
gptkbp:related_to safety regulations
health regulations
worker safety
worker rights
gptkbp:requires safety audits
emergency action plans
recordkeeping of workplace injuries
safety data sheets for chemicals
fire safety plans
employers to provide a safe workplace
safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals
safety signage in workplaces
reporting of workplace fatalities
reporting of toxic substances
safety training for specific industries
training for hazardous materials handling
safety equipment for high-risk jobs
safety measures for electrical work
gptkbp:supports community outreach programs
community safety initiatives
research on occupational safety
ergonomics programs
training for emergency preparedness
health and safety research initiatives
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Nixon_Administration
gptkb:Occupational_Safety_and_Health_Administration
gptkb:the_Occupational_Safety_and_Health_Administration
gptkb:66th_United_States_Congress
gptkb:Federal_Coal_Mine_Health_and_Safety_Act
gptkb:Nixon_administration
gptkb:Fair_Labor_Standards_Act
gptkb:U._S._Department_of_Labor
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4