Workplace Safety Agency Launches Voluntary Compliance Program
The Labor Department and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration unveiled a new initiative on Monday. The voluntary program aims to help employers comply with workplace safety laws.
Program overview
OSHA named the effort the Safety Champions Program. It guides employers through three levels of safety planning.
The program helps prepare a worker safety and health plan that reflects OSHA best practices. Special government employees will assist participating employers.
Structure and support
The three-level approach moves organizations from basic measures to more advanced practices. Each level builds on the prior work to strengthen protections.
Special government employees are people who work alongside the agency on workplace safety. They provide hands-on help and policy guidance.
Core recommended practices
OSHA identified seven core elements of its recommended practices. The agency listed several key items employers should adopt.
- Set a clear vision from senior leadership.
- Prioritize and act on worker feedback.
- Identify new hazards as they emerge.
- Provide adequate training for employees.
Voluntary compliance and goals
The initiative is voluntary and seeks to improve employer adherence to safety laws. It functions as a voluntary compliance program.
A workplace safety agency launches assistance to promote proactive protections. OSHA says the effort will encourage stronger safety cultures.
Report by Filmogaz.com.
