1. The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)
Draft year: 1970
Amendment years:
Legislation Type: National
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2. Purpose of OSHA OSHA’s mission is to create safe working conditions
eliminate hazards such as toxic chemicals, excess noise, and unsanitary conditions
Educate and training workers
Provides safety equipment
Covers workers in construction, agriculture, oil and gas extraction, health care, maritime, and federal agencies.

3. Regulation and Enforcement
United States Department of Labor:
Secretary of Labor