What should a worker do if they suspect a new hazard is present?

• A. Report the hazard to the supervisor and request hazard correction or an OSHA inspection if not addressed.
• B. Ignore the hazard and continue working.
• C. Notify coworkers only.
• D. Document the hazard in a private notebook.

Answer: (A)

The main idea is that workers should actively raise safety concerns with the people who can fix them. If you suspect a new hazard, report it to your supervisor and ask that it be corrected. If the hazard isn’t addressed, you can request an OSHA inspection to ensure it’s evaluated and managed. This helps ensure risks are identified, evaluated, and controlled before someone is harmed.

Telling coworkers only doesn’t trigger the formal corrective process, and keeping a private notebook doesn’t prompt action or regulatory review. You’re also protected from retaliation for reporting hazards, which supports speaking up when something seems risky.