Oklahoma follows the federal OSHA safety and health program requirements. Federal OSHA does not currently require a written safety and health plan. However, OSHA’s General Duty Clause requires employers to provide a safe and healthy workplace, free from recognized hazards. Click the links below to view the federal requirements.
Safety and health program
Citations
Federal: Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act
Oklahoma offers assistance in developing and implementing a Safety and Health Program; however, it is not mandatory. The assistance comes in the form of a comprehensive guide that covers all the elements required for an effective program:
Management commitment and employee participation
- Policy Statement;
- Goals and objectives;
- Top management leadership;
- Employee involvement;
- Assigned responsibility, authority, and accountability;
- Resources; and
- Program review (quality assurance).
Worksite analysis
- Hazard identification
- Hazard reporting system
- Accident investigation and injury/illness analysis
Hazard prevention and control
- Hazard prevention and control program
- Emergency planning and preparation
- Medical program
Safety and health training
- Safety and health training
Program review
