What should you do first if you believe conditions are unsafe?

• A. Quit without notifying anyone
• B. Talk to your employer about fixing the hazard
• C. File a complaint with OSHA immediately
• D. Move to a different job

Answer: (B)

When you believe conditions are unsafe, your first step is to talk with your employer or supervisor about fixing the hazard. This puts the responsibility on the employer to correct the problem and keeps you and others safe by addressing the issue promptly. If the hazard isn’t fixed after you raise it, you have additional options under OSHA, such as filing a complaint or using your right to refuse unsafe work in imminent danger situations. Quitting without notifying anyone or moving to a different job doesn’t address the hazard in your current work environment and isn’t the proper first step.