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 Mississippi OSHA poster, also known as the Mississippi Occupational Safety and Health Administration poster, is a mandatory workplace notice that employers in the state of Mississippi are required to display in a conspicuous location. The purpose of the Mississippi OSHA poster is to inform employees about their rights and protections under the Occupational Safety and Health Act. It provides essential information regarding workplace safety standards, employee rights, and reporting procedures for unsafe working conditions. This poster plays a vital role in promoting a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. The Mississippi OSHA poster contains important information such as the contact details for the Mississippi Department of Employment Security, which is responsible for enforcing workplace safety regulations. It also includes information about reporting workplace injuries, filing complaints, and accessing OSHA resources. There are several types of Mississippi OSHA posters available, as they may vary depending on the industry or the nature of the employer. Some common types include the "Mississippi OSHA General Industry" poster, which is applicable to most businesses, and the "Mississippi OSHA Construction Industry" poster, which is specifically designed for employers in the construction sector. These posters may have slight variations in their content to cater to industry-specific regulations. Employers should ensure that they display the correct Mississippi OSHA poster according to their industry and comply with the mandatory requirement to avoid potential penalties or fines. It is essential to regularly update the poster whenever there are changes in OSHA regulations to keep employees informed about their rights and responsibilities relating to workplace safety. In conclusion, the Mississippi OSHA poster is a legally required workplace notice that aims to educate and inform employees about their rights and safety standards. By displaying the appropriate poster, employers fulfill their obligation to create a safe working environment, promoting the well-being of their workforce.
