The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) is a federal law enacted in 1970 to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees across various industries in the United States. OSHA sets forth standards and regulations that employers must follow to protect workers from hazards in the workplace, such as exposure to toxic chemicals, dangerous machinery, and other safety risks. The act also establishes guidelines for training, recordkeeping, and enforcement of workplace safety measures. OSHA is administered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which oversees compliance with its regulations and conducts inspections of workplaces to ensure adherence to safety standards.
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