Health and Safety

Type: Discussion Board

Unit: Health and Safety

Deliverable Length: 600-800 words

Assignment Objectives:

Define and apply legal terminology to employment issues.

Examine the range of legal liability for HR.

Examine the relationship between employment law and HR policies.

*3 References*

Assignment Description:

Safety issues have been one of the leading concerns among members of the leadership team at Elora Jean & Co. There have been a few minor accidents in the past 18 months. Recently, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) came to the facility to conduct an investigation. There were no formal violations cited; however, Elora Jean & Co. was advised to develop a comprehensive safety policy and provide formal safety education for employees. The owner has asked for your input on a policy that would protect the company from safety claims submitted to OSHA.

· Respond to the following questions as you formulate your response to this task:

· Considering the guidelines for employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, what do you feel will be important to include in your recommendations, and why?

· Prepare a summary of your recommendations for the owner. Include information related to the potential implications of not complying with OSHA.