Introduction to OSHA for Shipyard and Marine Terminal Work Environments

English Preview Spanish Preview Description Moxie's"Introduction to OSHA" training program offers an in-depth overview of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), covering its history, mission, and essential role in workplace safety. Viewers will learn about the origins of OSHA, driven by historical workplace tragedies such as the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, which highlighted the urgent need for workplace safety regulations. The course also outlines the key aspects of the 1970 Occupational Safety and Health Act, mandating safe and healthful workplaces for all U.S. employees, and explains how OSHA develops and enforces standards to prevent workplace hazards across various industries. This program empowers both employees and employers with crucial OSHA knowledge. Employees will understand their rights, including receiving comprehensive safety training, utilizing personal protective equipment, and the ability to request OSHA inspections without fear of retali