OSHA 10-Hour Construction ReviewIntroduction to OSHAHard
Which of the following is NOT a right granted to employees under the OSH Act?
- AThe right to be paid for time spent accompanying an OSHA inspector.
- BThe right to participate in OSHA inspections.
- CThe right to receive information and training about hazards and standards.
- DThe right to review copies of the OSHA standards.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. The right to be paid for time spent accompanying an OSHA inspector.
While employees have the right to participate in inspections (e.g., by accompanying the inspector), the OSH Act does not explicitly require employers to pay employees for time spent during the inspection walkaround. This is a common misconception.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Employees have the right to have a representative accompany the OSHA inspector.
- C. This is a fundamental employee right under the OSH Act.
- D. Employees have the right to access and review relevant safety and health information, including OSHA standards.
Employee Rights (OSH Act)
The OSH Act grants employees several key rights related to workplace safety and health, including the right to a safe workplace, information, and non-retaliation.
- Right to complain to OSHA.
- Right to hazard information.
- Right to participate in inspections (without pay mandate).
Memory trick: Rights are clear, but pay for a walk? That's not always near.