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Defenses to OSHA Alleged Violations

Upon receipt of a citation alleging violations and proposed penalties from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the safety and health professional is often asked to provide the possible defenses and options to the management team. The safety and health professional may wish to explore any applicable and known defense that is appropriate to the facts and circumstances applicable to the alleged violation. [Pg.161]

Statute of limitation defense Generally, more than 6 months between the closing conference and issuance of citations. [Pg.161]

Improper service defense Citations not received in a timely manner. [Pg.161]

State plan coverage defense Jurisdiction by state plan rather than federal OSHA. [Pg.161]

Lack of employment relationship defense Not your employees. [Pg.161]


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