Employee Rights: Accessing Workplace Safety & Health Information

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, all employees have the right to know about safety and health hazards in their workplaces. This includes the right to:

- Request access to and obtain copies of safety and health records.

- Be notified of the results of any workplace inspections conducted by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

- Get information about any potentially hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.

- Receive training on how to protect themselves from safety and health hazards.

- File a complaint with OSHA if they believe that their employer is not complying with safety and health standards.

In addition, employers are required to post a copy of the OSHA poster, which summarizes employee rights and responsibilities under the OSH Act, in a conspicuous place in the workplace.