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 North Carolina OSHA Poster is an essential workplace safety requirement mandated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in North Carolina. It is designed to inform employees about their rights and responsibilities related to workplace safety and health. This poster, commonly known as the "North Carolina OSHA Workplace Rights" poster, must be displayed in a prominent location visible to all employees. It serves as a valuable resource for both employers and employees to understand and comply with health and safety regulations in the workplace. Key information provided on the North Carolina OSHA Poster includes: 1. Employee rights: The poster highlights employees' rights, such as the right to request an OSHA inspection if they believe there are unsafe working conditions, the right to be protected from discrimination for exercising their rights, and the right to access OSHA standards and regulations. 2. Employer responsibilities: It outlines the responsibility of employers to provide a safe and healthy workplace, including abiding by relevant OSHA standards, developing and implementing safety programs, and providing necessary training and protective equipment to employees. 3. Hazard reporting and protection: The poster emphasizes the importance of reporting hazardous conditions to employers or OSHA and the protection against retaliation. 4. Occupational Safety and Health Act: It explains the key provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (ASH Act) and how it protects workers' rights to a safe and healthy workplace. 5. Contact information: The poster provides important contact details for reporting workplace hazards, violations, or seeking further information from OSHA. It is crucial to note that the North Carolina OSHA Poster may have specific requirements or additional information for particular industries or workplaces. For example, there could be distinct posters for construction sites, healthcare facilities, or manufacturing plants, which are tailored to address industry-specific safety regulations and hazards. By complying with the North Carolina OSHA Poster regulations, employers demonstrate their commitment to maintaining a safe work environment and fostering employee well-being. Regularly updated versions of the poster should be acquired as OSHA regulations and standards may change over time.
