Key OSHA Compliance Requirements for Businesses
Under OSHA regulations (29 CFR 1910), employers must maintain a safe workplace including emergency action plans, posted evacuation maps, regular fire drills, maintained fire safety equipment, and documented employee training. Non-compliance can result in fines up to $165,514 per willful violation.
- Emergency Action Plan
- Required (29 CFR 1910.38)
- Evacuation Maps
- Must be posted on every floor
- Fire Drills
- Annual minimum requirement
- Employee Training
- Required with documentation
- Fire Extinguishers
- Inspected monthly (29 CFR 1910.157)
- Exit Routes
- Minimum 2 per floor (29 CFR 1910.36)