The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA): Your Ultimate Guide to Workplace Rights

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Imagine your job is a high-stakes sport. Every day, you face potential risks—a slippery floor, a faulty machine, or unseen chemical fumes. Before 1970, there was no official referee on the field to ensure a fair and safe game. Employers made up their own rules, and workers often paid the price with their health, limbs, or even their lives. The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) is the official rulebook for this game, signed into law to put a permanent referee on the field. This landmark law did