Employee Rights: Accessing Workplace Safety & Health Information
Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employees have the right to know about workplace safety/health hazards, including:
- Request/obtain copies of safety/health records
- Be notified of OSHA inspection results
- Receive information on hazardous chemicals used
- Get training on hazard protection
- File OSHA complaints for non-compliance
Employers must post the OSHA poster summarizing rights/responsibilities in a conspicuous workplace location.
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