OSHA Act 1970: Primary federal law governing occupational safety and health in private sector and federal government workplaces. Includes General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)), industry-specific standards (29 CFR 1910), and construction standards (29 CFR 1926).
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal civil rights law protecting individuals with disabilities from discrimination, requiring workplace accommodations and accessibility considerations in risk assessments.
EPA Regulations: Environmental Protection Agency regulations governing environmental risks, hazardous materials handling, and environmental impact considerations in workplace operations.
State OSHA Plans: State-specific occupational safety and health programs that may have additional or more stringent requirements than federal OSHA standards.
ANSI Standards: American National Standards Institute voluntary consensus standards that provide detailed safety requirements for specific industries and processes.
NFPA Codes: National Fire Protection Association codes establishing criteria for fire prevention and safety in workplace environments.
Workers' Compensation Laws: State-specific laws governing workplace injury compensation and requiring appropriate risk management and safety protocols.
EPCRA: Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act requiring reporting of hazardous and toxic chemicals, essential for risk assessment documentation.
HazCom Standard: OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard requiring proper labeling, safety data sheets, and training for hazardous chemicals in the workplace.
PPE Requirements: Personal Protective Equipment standards specified by OSHA requiring appropriate protective gear based on workplace hazards and risk assessments.
