Safety authorities in Iowa, like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, expect your employer to protect your health and safety in your Iowa workplace. However, it might be a good idea to take some precautions yourself, instead of relying on your boss, who might focus more on profits than employee safety. You can be a victim of an occupational injury or illness regardless of the industry in which you work.
You can take charge of your own safety in the workplace
Are you exposed to ergonomic workplace hazards?
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration creates regulations to govern the provision of safe work environments in Iowa and other states. Although it prescribes safety regulations that are specific to some industries, it also keeps a lookout for the safety of those in other industries, and expect employers to take the necessary steps and precautions to protect the health and safety of all employees.
