Occupational Safety and Health Amendments

Summary

Occupational Safety and Health Amendments - Provides that due consideration be given to the gravity of a violation, the good faith of the employer, and the history of previous violations prior to the assessment of a penalty under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. Stipulates that, in order to carry out his responsibilities the Secretary of Labor shall, upon request, visit the workplaces of employers having 100 or fewer employees for the purpose of affording consultation and advice to such employers. Directs the Secretary to make recommendations regarding the elimination of any hazards disclosed within the scope of the onsite consultation. Declares that this Act shall take effect 60 days after the date of enactment.

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Timeline

1. 18 February 1975

   Introduced

   Referred to Senate Committee on Labor and Public Welfare.

   Source: IntroReferral

2. 18 February 1975

   Introduced

   Introduced in Senate

   Source: IntroReferral

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 18 February 1975

  Open at official source

Sponsors

• Sen. Bellmon, Henry L. [R-OK] · R · Sponsor
• Sen. Bartlett, Dewey F. [R-OK] · R · Cosponsor
• · sshr00 · Standing

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