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OSHA enforces federal laws mandating worker safety and labor laws in the workplace

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is a Federal Agency that assures safe working conditions by setting and enforcing standards, and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance to businesses and other types of organizations.

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