The Occupational Safety and Health Act was signed into law by President Nixon in late 1969 and became effective in 1970.
OSHA does not approve equipment or tools of any sort.
In the State of Pennsylvania, Federal OSHA exercised direct jurisdiction. In other words, Pennsylvania does not have an OSHA-approved State Plan.
OSHA does not approve standards, although it may incorporate some by reference.
OSHA does not "approve" any tools or equipment. So composite toe boots cannot be "OSHA approved." However, those composite toe boots that meet the relevant ANSI standard will comply with OSHA requirements if selected, used, and maintained appropriately.
Certain ear plugs can be OSHA certified. If you go to a commercial supplier, the package should indicate whether they are OSHA compliant.
The abbreviations of OSHA stand for Occupational Safety and Health Act.
The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA) was passed and signed into law in 1970. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), created by the Act, began operation in 1971.
Federal OSHA or, in states with a state OSHA program, state OSHA.
Both OSHA and NIOSH were created by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.
Federally funded construction projects fall under OSHA if the organization performing the work is subject to OSHA. If the work is performed, for example, by municipal employees in a state that does not have an OSHA approved Occupational Safety and health program, then the work does not fall under OSHA.
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Section 11 C of the OSHA act prohibits any employer from discharging, retaliating or discriminating against any employee.