For Who?

• All Employers

What's the Rule?

• Employers must establish reasonable procedures for employees to report work-related injuries and illnesses promptly and accurately and must notify employees of said procedure.  The procedure must not deter or discourage employees from reporting.
• Employers must inform employees of their right to report work-related injuries and illnesses free from retaliation.  This obligation may be met by posting the OSHA Job Safety and Health – “It’s the Law” worker rights poster from April 2015 or later.  Click here to download or request your free copy.
• Employers must not discharge or in any manner discriminate against any employee for reporting a work-related injury or illness.

When is it Enforceable?

• August 10, 2016
  • Provisions are effective
• December 1, 2016
  • Provision are enforceable

Why?

• To promote complete and accurate reporting of work-related injuries and illness by employees.