All covered employers are required to display and keep displayed, a poster prepared by the Department of Labor* informing employees of the protections of the Occupational Safety and Health Act P.L. 91-596, December 29, 1970 and its amendments. (* Federal Government Agencies must use the Federal Agency Poster.)
The poster must be displayed in a conspicuous place where employees and applicants for employment can see it.
Title 29 Code of Federal Regulations, 1903.2(a)(3) states that reproductions or facsimiles of the poster shall be at least 8 1/2 by 14 inches with 10 point type.
The electronic downloadable file is only available in PDF format. The PDF file is a full-size reproduction and may be taken to most professional printing companies for full-size/full-color reproduction, lamination, etc.
In order to reproduce this poster from a personal computer, please note the following requirements and recommendations:
1. For local PC printing, it is recommended that you use a high-resolution laser or wax-transfer type printer for color reproductions, and that the printer have at least 1 MB of memory. For B/W reproductions, it is still advisable to use a laser printer which is capable of producing at least 300 dpi resolution.
2. When preparing to print from a personal computer, first check and make sure that the target printer has the ability to produce the proper paper size (the minimum size is 8.5 x 14 inches).
The Florida OSHA Poster is a mandatory workplace posting required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that provides crucial information to employees about their rights and safety measures within their workplaces. This poster aims to ensure that employees are aware of their rights to a safe and healthy working environment and helps employers comply with OSHA regulations. The Florida OSHA Poster includes essential information that employers must display in a visible and accessible location, such as break rooms, common areas, or near time clocks, to ensure maximum visibility to employees. This poster typically measures 8.5 × 14 inches and features a mix of text and images to attract attention and promote understanding. The content of the Florida OSHA Poster covers various areas related to workplace safety and employees' rights, incorporating keywords such as OSHA, Florida, workplace safety, employees' rights, regulations, and compliance. Its key sections include: 1. Safety and Health Protection on the Job: — Describes employers' responsibilities in providing a safe and healthy working environment. — Explains that employees have the right to request workplace safety inspections, report hazardous conditions, and refuse work that endangers their safety. 2. Workers' Rights: — Enumerates employees' rights to information, training, and protective equipment. — Highlights protection against employer retaliation for exercising their rights. 3. Reporting an Emergency: — Provides emergency contact information for reporting workplace accidents and hazardous conditions. 4. Poster Updates: — Informs employees that the poster must be updated annually to stay compliant with OSHA regulations. Different types of Florida OSHA Posters may exist depending on the specific industry or sector of the workplace since OSHA regulations can vary by industry. Some examples include: 1. General Industry OSHA Poster: — Applicable to a wide range of non-construction workplaces, such as manufacturing, retail, and service sectors. 2. Construction Industry OSHA Poster: — Specifically designed for construction and related industries, providing information relevant to those specific workplaces. 3. Agriculture Industry OSHA Poster: — Tailored for agricultural workplaces, including farms, nurseries, and agricultural processing facilities. To ensure compliance, employers should obtain the appropriate Florida OSHA Poster that addresses the specific needs of their industry. It is also important to note that the Florida OSHA Poster should be displayed in both English and Spanish if a significant portion of the workforce speaks Spanish.
