Subsubsection OSHA & 29CFR
OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, is a U.S. federal agency under the Department of Labor. OSHA’s primary mission is to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees by enforcing workplace safety regulations, conducting inspections, and providing resources to help employers and workers prevent workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities.
OSHA regulations are found in the US Code of Federal Regulations, Title 29 CFR Part 1910 where they address many aspects of workplace safety, including:
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Confined Spaces
- Electrical Safety
- Machine Guarding
- Fall Protection
- Welding, Cutting, and Brazing
- Respiratory Protection
- Chemical Exposure
- Hazard Communication
It’s important to note that OSHA regulations mainly pertain to workplaces on land. For most safety matters on board ship, the U.S. Coast Guard and international maritime regulations (such as SOLAS) take precedence; however OSHA regulations are sensible guidance that should be followed whenever possible whether you are working at sea, at a shore job, or even at home.
