In an effort to make sure that all employers provide their workers with knowledge about on the job safety, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, along with the corresponding Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA exists to hold employers accountable for making sure all of their workers have not only the knowledge but the means to work safely, even in an environment that is prone to dangers. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 also protects employees who report their negligent employers from being retaliated against in a whistleblower situation. Employers who are reported to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for violating federal laws are not permitted to take retaliatory steps against the employee or employees who reported them.
In addition to making sure that all employers provide workers with safety equipment and training, the Occupational Safety and Health Act requires that employers post OSHA regulations in a visible area for employees to see, keep work records of any fatalities or injuries on the job, and not take retaliatory actions against employees who file a complaint against them.
If an employee believes that his or her employer is not providing the necessary training or safety equipment, it is important to determine whether they are violating OSHA. If an OSHA violation led to a workplace injury, it is important to speak with an experienced workplace accident attorney.
If you are in need of experienced legal counsel in regards to a personal injury or workers’ compensation case in New York City, please contact The Law Offices of Jonathan D. Sands and we would be happy to assist you.