Which organization regulates workplace safety?

• A. CDC Guidelines for Minimizing Exposure Risks
• B. OSHA
• C. Infection Control Guidelines
• D. Personal Protective Equipment

Answer: (B)

Regulatory bodies that set and enforce safety rules in workplaces are essential for ensuring consistent protection. In the United States, that role is fulfilled by OSHA—the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA develops standards for general industry and construction, requires training and hazard communication, and conducts inspections to ensure workplaces follow the rules. When hazards are found, OSHA can issue citations and fines to improve compliance.

Guidelines from the CDC provide health protection recommendations, but they are guidance, not enforceable workplace regulations. Infection control guidelines describe best practices, not a regulatory body. Personal protective equipment is protective gear used to reduce risk, not an organization that regulates safety.