Laws For Construction Safety In Texas
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There are two ways that Cal/OSHA can respond to a complaint. Cal/OSHA can conduct an unannounced onsite inspection, or an investigation by letter. Cal/OSHA will decide how to respond based on the information in the complaint, including the description of the hazards.
To report unsafe conditions at work, contact your employer immediately. If not promptly fixed, you can call the Occupational Health and Safety Administration at 1-800-321-OSHA (6742) or visit OSHA online. You can also report to the Texas safety hotline at 1-800-452-9595 or online.
Texas Health and Safety Code - HEALTH & SAFETY § 756.123. Prohibition of Construction Without Notice. (4) the building, repair, replacement, or maintenance is required to be done promptly by a regulated utility company because of the effects of a natural disaster.
10 Most Frequently Cited OSHA Violations in 2024. Avoiding OSHA violations is the best way to protect your workers and your bottom line. Fall Protection (General) ... Hazard Communication. Ladders. Respiratory Protection. Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout / Tagout) ... Powered Industrial Trucks. Fall Protection (Training)
Examples of OSHA standards include require- ments to provide fall protection, prevent trenching cave-ins, prevent exposure to some infectious diseases, ensure the safety of workers who enter confined spaces, prevent exposure to such harmful substances as asbestos and lead, put guards on machines, provide respirators or ...
This Act, which was enacted in 1969, sets out a range of safety requirements and regulations that must be followed by construction companies and workers to protect against accidents and injuries on construction sites.
