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Unit 3: Technology and Human Resources - Discussion 1

Discussion: Tim’s Coffee Shoppe

Do some research with regards to the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Act for compliance and standards which are typically handled within the Human Resources function, and address the following items:

Checklist

• To what types of businesses does OSHA compliance apply? Does it apply to Tim’s?
• What are the employers versus the employees’ major responsibilities?
• What are the responsibilities of an employer (HR Dept.) regarding any injury?
• Are penalties substantial or insufficient in your opinion and why or why not?

Respond per your Syllabus guidelines.