Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

Economy

nature-lover

(1,726 posts)

6. Personal protective equipment, air monitors, fall protection etc. are expensive.

Reply to mahatmakanejeeves (Original post)

Fri May 19, 2023, 05:11 PM

May 2023

OSHA rules require a variety of process-specific plans and equipment. It is the employer's responsibility to provide it. This costs $$$. Thus, the push back. Keeping employees safe should be viewed as a cost of doing business. Unfortunately, many businesses look at it as an unnecessary expense - until the accident.