Can you read OSHA reports?

You can get summaries of most reports on OSHA’s online database. If the summary doesn’t provide enough information or you would like to know more, you can make a request under the federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

How can you file a report with OSHA select all that apply?

File a Complaint

  1. Online – Use the Online Complaint Form.
  2. Fax/Mail/Email – Complete the OSHA Complaint Form [En Español], or Send a Letter Describing Your Complaint.
  3. Telephone – Call Your Local OSHA Office or 800-321-6742 (OSHA)
  4. In Person – Visit Your Local OSHA Office.
  5. Online – Use the Online Whistleblower Complaint Form.

What is an incident report?

An incident report is a tool that documents any event that may or may not have caused injuries to a person or damage to a company asset. It is used to capture injuries and accidents, near misses, property and equipment damage, health and safety issues, security breaches and misconducts in the worksite.

Are Cal OSHA reports public?

Public records maintained by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) Cal/OSHA are available for inspection by members of the public pursuant to the Public Records Act (PRA) which is contained in the California Government Code beginning at section 6250.

How do I fill out OSHA 300?

How to Complete the OSHA Form 300

  1. Step 1: Determine the Establishment Locations.
  2. Step 2: Identify Required Recordings.
  3. Step 3: Determine Work-Relatedness.
  4. Step 4: Complete the OSHA Form 300.
  5. Step 5: Complete and Post the OSHA 300A Annual Summary.
  6. Step 6: Submit Electronic Reports to OSHA.
  7. Step 7: Retain the Log and Summary.

How to obtain OSHA safety reports?

Decide on your search parameters. Your search results will be more useful if you enter more specific search terms.

  • Get reports for fatalities and catastrophes.
  • Use the Establishment Search to find reports for a particular workplace.
  • Dig through OSHA data and statistics.

    • How to report unsafe working conditions to OSHA?

    Not having appropriate or adequate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves,face shields,or gowns

  • Missing or damaged safety guards on factory equipment
  • Being asked to use equipment or machinery that you haven’t been trained on or aren’t licensed to operate
  • Outdated or malfunctioning equipment

    • What is an OSHA incident report?

    Incident reports and records can shine a light on hazards that are common in a particular industry, allowing companies, workers and OSHA to introduce and implement protections that minimize incidents. The goal is to prevent future illnesses and injuries related to work.

    What is OSHA’s role in a workplace accident?

    OSHA is a federal agency that creates and enforces national workplace safety standards.

  • NIOSH is an occupational safety research agency that advises OSHA.
  • About half the states operate their own occupational safety program.
  • Some OSHA standards are industry-specific but many apply to all businesses.