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There are currently no specific OSHA standards for smallpox. However, the following compliance information includes
standards, preambles to final rules (background to final rules), and directives
(instructions for compliance officers) applicable to emergency response
activities as a result of a bioterrorist attack. For additional information, see OSHA's
Emergency Preparedness and Response Safety and Health Topics Page.
Section 5(a)(1) of the OSH Act, often referred to as the General Duty
Clause, requires employers to "furnish to each of his employees employment and a
place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or
are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees". Section
5(a)(2) requires employers to "comply with occupational safety and health
standards promulgated under this Act".
Note: Twenty-four states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin
Islands have
OSHA-approved State Plans and have adopted their own standards and
enforcement policies. For the most part, these States adopt standards that are
identical to Federal OSHA. However, some States have adopted different standards
applicable to this topic or may have different enforcement policies. |
Highlighted Standards
General Industry (29 CFR 1910)
Preambles to Final Rules
Directives
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