SEIU 888 OSHA Campaign Gains Federal Support

New Jersey Congressman Rob Andrews, the Chair of the House Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions Subcommittee, recently announced legislation to extend OSHA protections to public sector employees.

Public employees in many states, including Massachusetts, are not covered by federal OSHA protections. This measure is similar to the bill that SEIU 888 is working on which would require Massachusetts to adopt OSHA regulations as the minimum safety standard for all public employees in the Commonwealth.

The Occupational and Safety Health Act protects workers by requiring employers to provide their workers with an environment free from dangers to their health and safety. OSHA issues basic standards that employers must follow. It also allows employees to file a complaint and receive an OSHA inspection without fear of employer retaliation.

For more information please contact SEIU 888 Political Director Jim Redmond at (617) 241-3343.