Intro to OSHAQuestion 16 of 100
If a worker believes conditions are unsafe, what should generally be their FIRST step?
a.Notify the employer or supervisor about the hazard
b.Immediately quit the job
c.Contact the local news
d.Ignore it and continue working
Explanation
Workers are generally encouraged to first notify their employer or supervisor about a hazard so it can be corrected. If the employer does not fix the problem, the worker may file a complaint with OSHA. Reporting internally often resolves issues most quickly.
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