What is the purpose of the osh act

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Utilize the OSH Act to answer the following questions. Summarize in paragraph form. The paper should be no greater than five pages and no less than two - type written-arial 12pt. Summarize each question in your own words (do not copy word for word). This assignment is due at the start of class on September 1st.

Part 1

1. Why was the OSH Act needed?

2. What is the purpose of the OSH Act?

3. Who does the Act cover, who is not covered, and are there special coverage provisions?

4. When did OSHA become effective?

5. What does the acronym OSHA stand for?

6. What responsibilities does NIOSH have?

7. How are standards adopted?

8. Explain emergency temporary standards and how you would appeal a standard.

9. Explain a variance, temporary variance, permanent variance, interim order, public petitions.

10. What are workplace inspections and how do they work?

11. Explain inspection priorities and include a discussion on imminent danger.

Part 2

1. Explain the Inspection process - there are various steps, be complete.

2. Why ask for an OSHA compliance officer's credentials?

3. Who issues citations and how are they issued?

4. There are various types of violations - explain each violation and the possible penalties that might be associated with each violation.

5. Explain the appeals process for employees and employers.

6. Briefly explain OSHA approved State programs.

7. Consultation assistance was primarily developed for who?

8. Explain the various programs available under the Voluntary Protection Programs. Why was it started?

9. Under Employer Responsibilities and Rights - list five responsibilities and five rights that employers have.

10. Under Employee Responsibilities and Rights - list five responsibilities and three rights that employees have.

11. How is the best way to keep updated on OSHA?

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