osha

Thân thiện

OSHA inspectors visit a construction site to ensure safety protocols are followed.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Occupational Safety and Health Administration: OSHA is a federal government agency within the United States Department of Labor. Its primary mission is to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The factory was inspected by OSHA for compliance with safety regulations.
  • Employers must follow OSHA guidelines to protect their workers from hazards.
  • You can file a complaint with OSHA if you believe your workplace is unsafe.

Advanced Usage

• "OSHA-compliant": Meeting or adhering to the standards set by OSHA.
  • All our equipment is OSHA-compliant.
• "OSHA violation": A failure to meet a legal workplace safety or health standard.
  • The company received a fine for a serious OSHA violation.

Variants and Related Words

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration: The full, formal name of the agency.
• OSHA Standards: The specific rules and regulations issued by the agency.
• OSHA Training: Educational programs related to workplace safety requirements.

Synonyms

• Safety regulator: An organization that sets and enforces safety rules.
• Workplace safety agency: A government body focused on health and safety at work.

Related Phrases

• "To fall under OSHA's jurisdiction": To be subject to OSHA's rules and inspections.
  • Most private sector employers fall under OSHA's jurisdiction.
• "OSHA-approved": Formally accepted or certified by OSHA.
  • You must wear OSHA-approved safety goggles in this area.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a government agency in the Department of Labor to maintain a safe and healthy work environment

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• OSHA