Occupational Laws and Compliance

Catalog description

This course helps students understand regulation of workplace safety and health under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (“OSH Act”) primarily covering employer responsibilities, employee rights, and regulatory compliance efforts. The course provides an overview of the history of occupational safety policies culminating in the creation of the OSH Act. Students learn the roles of the (1) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”), (2) National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (“NIOSH”), and (3) Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission (“OSHRC”). Important federal statutes, regulations, court decisions and OSHA’s rulemaking, standard interpretations, and resources to assure occupational safety compliance are covered.