VPP Corporate Participation Evaluation Report
OSHA's Office of State Programs
OSHA's Office of State Programs
The Office of State Programs (OSP) is an office within OSHA's Directorate of Cooperative and State Programs (DCSP). OSP works closely with OSHA's regional offices on the establishment, operation, and oversight of OSHA-approved State Plans.
OSHA Strategic Partnerships - Success Stories
Success Stories
In Partnerships that require employers to implement effective safety and health management systems, is there a time limit for employer implementation?
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: In Partnerships that require employers to implement effective safety and health management systems, is there a time limit for employer implementation?
Answer:
The partners agree in advance on an implementation plan and timetable. Together, the partners will evaluate, at least annually, the progress toward this goal and make adjustments as necessary.
Does OSHA consider partnering with employers who have a prior enforcement history that resulted in citations and penalties?
Frequently Asked Questions
Question: Does OSHA consider partnering with employers who have a prior enforcement history that resulted in citations and penalties?
Answer:
OSHA considers each Partnership proposal on an individual basis. While prior citations and penalties are a consideration, OSHA also takes into account the efforts made by the employer to improve workplace safety and health since receipt of the citations, as well as other demonstrations of good faith. The goal is to work with willing employers to improve workplace safety and health.