Who is responsible for workplace safety?

Employers are responsible for workplace safety, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration website. Employees are responsible for adhering to any safety rules or measures implemented by their employer.

Employers are to ensure workplace safety by providing an environment that is free from serious hazards and that is compliant with OSHA law requirements. Employers must provide safety training in a language that is readily understood by employees, according to OSHA. OSHA may inspect places of employment to make sure they are safe. Employers are required to post notice of any safety citations received. Citations must remain posted until the violation is corrected.