Occupational Safety & Health Act of 1970
Under the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA), the federal government has the power to establish and enforce national standards in all states. The law covers all farm and non-farm workers not already covered by other federal laws, as well as most state and local public employees. The Secretary of Labor establishes and enforces occupational safety and health standards.
The U.S. Labor Department will make inspections with authority to halt violators and invoke penalties if violations continue.
For more information on OSHA, Cal-OSHA, or if you believe your worksite is in violation of these acts, please contact your representative at (650) 635-0111 or 1-800-758-TEAM (8326).
Useful Online Safety Resources
California Department of Industrial Relations
Cal OSHA Title 8 Regulations Table of Contents
State of California Workplace Safety Page
San Francisco How to Prepare for an Emergency