Employer Responsibility for Workplace Health & Safety: A Comprehensive Guide

The employer.

The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) places primary responsibility for providing a safe and healthy workplace upon the employer. This includes:

* Providing employees with a safe place to work, which includes providing personal protective equipment and training;

* Developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure that work is performed safely;

* Investigating and responding to accidents and injuries;

* Keeping records of injuries and illnesses.

However, employees also have certain responsibilities regarding workplace health and safety:

* Complying with safety rules and regulations

* Using personal protective equipment correctly

* Reporting any unsafe or unhealthful conditions

* Seeking medical attention for work-related injuries or illnesses