What the Mandate Requires
OSHA requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards that cause or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm (General Duty Clause). Beyond the General Duty Clause, specific standards require written programs for: hazard communication, lockout/tagout, bloodborne pathogens, respiratory protection, PPE, emergency action plans, fire prevention plans, and others depending on industry. Recordkeeping standards require employers to maintain OSHA Form 300 injury and illness logs.
| Statutory Reference | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 29 U.S.C. § 654 | General Duty Clause — employer obligation to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards |
| 29 CFR Part 1904 | Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses — OSHA Form 300 requirements |
| 29 CFR Part 1910 | General Industry Standards — written program requirements for covered hazards |
| 29 CFR Part 1926 | Construction Industry Standards — safety and health regulations for construction |
| 29 CFR § 1910.132 | Personal Protective Equipment — hazard assessment and written certification requirements |
Enforcement Authority & Penalties
OSHA enforces its standards through workplace inspections, complaint investigations, and programmed inspection initiatives. Penalties for serious violations range from $0 to $16,131 per violation. Willful or repeated violations carry penalties up to $161,323 per violation. Failure to correct a cited violation can result in additional daily penalties. State-plan states operate their own OSHA programs with equivalent standards.
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Related Regulatory Series
Many organizations subject to VCO-OSHA also have obligations under the following frameworks. VerdoCo provides a complete series for each.
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