Who is primarily responsible for safety and health conditions in the workplace, according to OSHA?

• A. Employers
• B. Workers
• C. OSHA inspectors
• D. The union

Answer: (A)

The primary responsibility for safety and health conditions in the workplace rests with the employer. OSHA requires employers to provide a workplace free from recognized hazards, comply with safety standards, train workers, implement safe work practices, and maintain safe equipment and conditions. Workers contribute by following safety procedures, using PPE, and reporting hazards, but the overall duty to create and maintain a safe environment starts with the employer. OSHA inspectors enforce compliance, and unions advocate for safer conditions, but they do not carry the day-to-day responsibility for safety management.