bos 3525 legal aspects of safety and health 7
Question 1
Criminal prosecutions for violations of OSHA regulations can only result in a misdemeanor conviction with a maximum sentence of 6 months in prison. An employer can only be criminally prosecuted if a willful violation results in the death of an employee. Reflect on why you believe these limitations are adequate or if you believe they should be increased. If you believe they should be increased, state what could be accomplished by increasing the penalties.
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
Question 2
Assume that a fatality occurred at your facility one month prior to the OSHA inspection. Review the citations and penalties that were assessed to your facility, and respond to the following questions:
Which of the citations could be referred to the U.S. DOJ for criminal proceedings?
What conditions would have to be met before the citations could be referred for criminal proceedings?
Which individuals working at your facility could face criminal charges under the act?
What would be the maximum prison sentence and fines that any individual would face?
What would be the maximum fine that the company would face?
If you were facing criminal charges under the act, what would be your best defense?
How could you involve the OSHRC in the criminal case(s)?
Your response must be a minimum of two pages in length, using at least one reference. All sources must be cited in the text and on the reference page, using APA style.
Question 3
Reflect on how you can apply the concepts learned in this course (BOS 3525-Legal Aspects of safety and Health) to your current or future career. How might the lessons you have learned positively impact your career success?
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
Question 4 (Part 1)
Describe the role that Challenge Administrators play in the OSHA Challenge voluntary cooperative program.
Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
Question 4 (Part 2)
Summarize the procedures required to achieve Star status under OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP).
Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
Question 4 (Part 3)
Discuss the benefits that OSHA alliances provide to employers and workers in general industry.
Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
Question 4 (Part 4)
Provide your opinion as to which OSHA voluntary cooperative program would be the most beneficial to a small business that prints business cards and letterhead.
Your response should be at least 200 words in length.
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