OSH ACT AND OSHA STANDARDS

Opening Conference

In the opening conference, the Compliance Safety and Health Officer (CSHO) explains why the establishment was selected. The CSHO also will ascertain whether an OSHA-funded consultation program is in progress or whether the facility is pursuing or has received an inspection exemption; if so, the inspection (if programmed) is usually terminated.

The compliance officer then explains the:

Purpose of the visit

Scope of the inspection

Standards that apply.

The employer will be given a copy of any employee complaint that may be involved. If the employee has so requested, his or her name will not be revealed.

The employer is asked to select an employer representative to accompany the compliance officer during the inspection.