What right do workers have regarding OSHA inspections?

• A. The right to request an OSHA inspection and to have OSHA inspect for hazards, with protections against retaliation.
• B. The right to perform their own inspections.
• C. The right to ignore inspection notices.
• D. OSHA cannot respond to any requests.

Answer: (D)

Workers have the right to request an OSHA inspection and to have OSHA inspect for hazards, with protections against retaliation. This means if there are dangerous conditions or unsafe practices in the workplace, employees can file a complaint with OSHA, and OSHA inspectors may visit the site to assess compliance and identify hazards. Importantly, workers are protected from retaliation for exercising these safety rights, such as reporting hazards or participating in inspections. The idea that workers can perform their own inspections isn’t accurate—inspections are conducted by OSHA. Ignoring inspection notices isn’t a right, and OSHA does respond to requests for inspections.