What is required from employers in relation to the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA)?

Keeping records of all work-related injuries is a crucial requirement for employers under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA). This mandate is essential for several reasons. First, accurate injury records help OSHA determine if employers are maintaining safe workplace environments. Second, these records provide valuable information that can influence future safety practices and help identify trends in workplace injuries. It aids in the enforcement of regulations designed to protect workers' safety and health.

Employers must maintain these records for a specific duration and submit summary data to OSHA annually, as it allows the agency to monitor workplace safety across different industries. This data collection is part of OSHA’s overarching goal of reducing workplace hazards and ensuring worker safety.

While employers may have other responsibilities regarding employee health and safety, such as financial support for medical insurance or providing training for specific tasks, these are not stipulated requirements under OSHA in the same manner as injury recording is. Hence, keeping a detailed account of work-related injuries is a vital enforcement tool for OSHA and operates at the core of workplace safety monitoring.