What rights are employees entitled to under the Occupational Safety and Health Act?

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employees are entitled to the following rights:

1. The right to a safe and healthy workplace free from recognized hazards that are likely to cause death or serious physical harm.
2. The right to request an inspection of their workplace by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) if they believe there are unsafe or unhealthy conditions.
3. The right to participate in OSHA inspections and to speak with the inspector privately.
4. The right to be informed about the results of OSHA inspections and any actions taken to address identified hazards.
5. The right to file a complaint with OSHA if they believe their employer is not providing a safe and healthy workplace.
6. The right to be protected from retaliation by their employer for exercising their rights under the OSH Act.
7. The right to access information about workplace hazards and OSHA standards.
8. The right to receive training on workplace safety and health hazards.
9. The right to review records of work-related injuries and illnesses.
10. The right to participate in the development and implementation of workplace safety and health programs.

- The right to a safe and healthful workplace, free from recognized hazards.
- The right to be informed of hazards in the workplace.
- The right to request an inspection by OSHA if there is a belief that there is a workplace hazard.
- The right to participate in OSHA inspections and investigations.
- The right to consult with an OSHA compliance officer about safety and health concerns.
- The right to file a complaint with OSHA about a workplace hazard.
- The right to refuse to work in an unsafe situation without fear of retaliation.