What right do workers have regarding their own medical records?

• A. The right to review and copy their own medical records in accordance with privacy laws.
• B. The right to destroy records after use.
• C. The right to share records publicly.
• D. The right to have someone else review their records instead.

Answer: (A)

Access to their own medical records is a worker right. Workers can review and obtain copies of their medical records, and this must be done in line with privacy laws. This access helps them verify that the information is accurate, understand any health information that could affect their safety at work, and know what the employer has on file about their medical status.

Destroying records after use isn't allowed because medical records are retained for required periods and protected by privacy rules. Publicly sharing medical information breaches confidentiality. You can authorize someone else to review your records, but that typically requires your written consent; access by others isn’t automatic.