Overview of occupational health and safety legislation

Occupational health and safety legislation is a set of laws and regulations designed to promote and enforce safe and healthy working conditions. This legislation varies by country and region, but typically covers topics such as hazard identification and risk assessment, safety management systems, emergency preparedness, workplace inspections, and training.

In South Africa, the primary piece of occupational health and safety legislation is the Occupational Health and Safety Act (No. 85 of 1993), which is administered by the Department of Employment and Labour. In the United States, the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970 is the primary federal law governing occupational health and safety, which is administered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).