Question: How will the new penalty adjustments improve compliance or workplace safety?

Answer: The updated policies expand the criteria for OSHA's quick-fix penalty reduction, a program that allows employers – especially small businesses – to receive reduced penalties when they immediately correct identified hazards. By making more employers eligible for this incentive, OSHA's goal is to encourage employers to quickly remove or correct hazards, leading to more protection for workers and promoting a culture of proactive safety.