Workplace Safety and Health Issues

Federal, state, and local laws protect employees from workplace health and safety hazards. The articles below explain employee rights under the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), including the right to report problems without retaliation, the right to information about toxic chemicals and other workplace dangers, and more. We also provide information on workplace violence and smoking in the workplace.

OSHA and Other Workplace Safety Topics

Jobs With an Increased Risk of Occupational Disease

Find out whether your job puts you at risk for developing an occupational disease.
Can my employer prohibit me from keeping a gun in my car at work?

Question: I have a license to carry a gun, and I bring one in the car with me on my drive to and from work.

Spotlight on Workplace Smoking

Workplace Smoking Laws

Smoking used to be as accepted in the workplace as drinking coffee, but not any more.

COVID-19 and Workplace Safety

Can My Employer Require Me to Take a COVID-19 Test?

A number of safeguards can help employers detect and prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace, from plexiglass barriers and masks to temperature checks and social distancing.

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