Safety Awareness Program

Occupational safety is legal right to work in conditions that are free of known dangers. The requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 helps employers prevent the number of workplace injuries, illnesses and deaths.

The goals of occupational safety and health programs include to foster a safe and healthy work environment. OSH may also protect co-workers, family members, employers, customers, and many others who might be affected by the workplace environment. In common-law jurisdictions, employers have a common law duty to take reasonable care of the safety of their employees.