What are the roles of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the workplace? (Select all that apply.)
a. They provide protection for people who report workplace safety problems.
b. They inspect all equipment to ensure it is safe before the staff uses it.
c. The regulate workplace safety.
d. They provide health screenings for all new employees.
e. They administer the employee health program.
ANS: A, C
Correct
OSHA regulates safety in the workplace and operates a whistleblower protection program that protects people who have reported safety violations in their workplace from retribution.
Incorrect
OSHA does not inspect all equipment, provide health screenings, or operate the employee health program in facilities.
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