OSHA Compliance: Workplace Health and Safety
Understand OSHA compliance essentials to improve workplace health and safety, reduce risks, and ensure a secure, productive environment.
October
17,
2025
12:00 PM - 02:00 PM (Eastern Time)
Duration: 1 Day
Hours: 2 Hours
Training Level: All Levels
About the course:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards set the foundation for workplace safety in the United States, ensuring that employers provide a safe and healthy work environment. This course, “OSHA Compliance: Workplace Health and Safety,” introduces participants to key OSHA regulations, employer and employee responsibilities, and practical steps for maintaining compliance. Through real-world examples and interactive discussion, attendees will gain a clear understanding of OSHA’s role in protecting workers, reducing accidents, and promoting a culture of safety.
Course Objective:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the purpose and scope of OSHA regulations.
- Identify employer and employee responsibilities under OSHA.
- Recognize common workplace hazards and how to prevent them.
- Implement essential OSHA compliance measures, including training, documentation, and reporting.
- Respond appropriately to workplace incidents and OSHA inspections.
Who is the Target Audience?
This course is ideal for:
- HR professionals and safety officers are responsible for OSHA compliance.
- Supervisors and managers oversee workplace health and safety.
- Business owners and team leads are seeking to ensure a safe work environment.
- Employees interested in understanding their rights and responsibilities under OSHA.
- Anyone preparing for a role in workplace health and safety.
Basic Knowledge:
- No prior OSHA experience is required.
Curriculum
Total Duration: 2 Hours
Introduction to OSHA and Workplace Safety
- The History and Mission of OSHA
- Overview of Key OSHA Standards and Regulations
- The Importance of OSHA Compliance
Employer and Employee Responsibilities
- General Duty Clause
- Employer Obligations (training, hazard prevention, reporting)
- Employee Rights and Responsibilities
Identifying and Preventing Workplace Hazards
- Common Workplace Hazards (physical, chemical, ergonomic, biological)
- Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment
- Hierarchy of Controls and Safety Programs
OSHA Compliance Measures
- Required OSHA Training Programs
- Recordkeeping and Documentation
- Reporting Requirements and Procedures
Responding to Incidents and Inspections
- Workplace Incident Response and Investigation
- OSHA Inspections: What to Expect and How to Prepare
- Corrective Actions and Ongoing Compliance
Best Practices and Q&A
- Creating a Culture of Safety
- Real-World Case Studies and Lessons Learned
- Open Q&A Session