US Department of Labor’s OSHA announces $1,222,156 in coronavirus violations
WASHINGTON, DC (STL.News) Since the start of the coronavirus pandemic through Oct. 8, 2020, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited 85 establishments for violations relating to coronavirus, resulting in proposed penalties totaling $1,222,156.
OSHA inspections have resulted in the agency citing employers for violations, including failures to:
Implement a written respiratory protection program;
Provide a medical evaluation, respirator fit test, training on the proper use of a respirator and personal protective equipment;
Report an injury, illness or fatality;
Record an injury or illness on OSHA record-keeping forms; and
Comply with the General Duty Clause of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970
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