For more than 30 years,
the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
has been looking over companies' shoulders. The
business-government relationship often has been
stormy, but it's unavoidable, no matter how small
your company. Bankrate.com offers some ways you
can make the interaction easier.
One of the most
nerve-wracking days in a small-business owner's life is
when an OSHA inspector shows up at the door. Don't panic.
Plus: A
visit from the wage and hour division
Office ergonomics is a prime
OSHA concern, but you don't have to wait for an official
assessment. Here's how to create a healthier work environment
that will make both the feds and your workers happy.
Federal law mandates that companies
prominently display posters detailing workers's rights
under various labor laws, including OSHA guidelines. Failure
to post these placards could cost your company some bucks.
OSHA
and your small business
