Frequently Asked Questions

Question: How do I report the fatality or in-patient hospitalization of an employee with a confirmed, work-related case of COVID-19?

Answer:

You may report a fatality or in-patient hospitalization using any one of the following:

  • Call the nearest OSHA office;
  • Call the OSHA 24-hour hotline at 1-800-321-OSHA (6742); or
  • By electronic submission, report online.

Be prepared to supply: Business name; name(s) of employee(s) affected; location and time of the incident; brief description of the incident; and contact person and phone number so that OSHA may follow-up with you (unless you wish to make the report anonymously).