what is still required of an employer is the training on how and when to use emergency measures provided in the case of a hazard.
Explanation:
When an employer employs workers, the safety and well being of these workers at the place of work is the paramount responsibility of the Employer in order not to fall short of the OSHA rules.
The employer is mandated by law to protect its staff and also provide the necessary training needed for the workers to work in safe and healthy environment.part of the training mandated by law to be provided by the employer are :
providing the list of all chemical in the entire workplace
provision of an SDS ( safety data collection ) of all the chemicals
training the employees on how to use the emergency measures/facilities like the fire extinguisher in the event of a hazard
Training on the correct use of the PPE provided at work.
Employers should familiarize themselves with the training requirements that apply to their employees and their business; design and implement effective training programs; and use qualified trainers. In addition, employers should thoroughly document all training activities, and should retain records of employee attendance at all completed trainings. Training records should include the name of the trained employee, the date of training, the type of training and the training provider. It is a best practice for employers to keep documentation of all trainings provided to demonstrate compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
