738: OSHA at 55: From Workplace Basics to Modern Safety Challenges

More than 55 years after the Occupational Safety and Health Act transformed workplace safety in the United States, OSHA remains a central force in protecting workers and shaping employer responsibilities. In this episode, we explore OSHA’s evolution from its early focus on industrial hazards to its current priorities in a rapidly changing workplace. We discuss the agency’s successes, the role of the General Duty Clause, the realities behind recent debates about OSHA’s future, and what employers should expect from OSHA enforcement and policy initiatives today. We also examine the role of OSHA counsel in helping organizations navigate compliance, investigations, and emerging workplace safety risks.  Host: Holly Goodman ([email](mailto:hgoodman@gunster.com?cc=marketing%40ela.law&subject=Employment%20Matters%20Podcast%20Inquiry)) (Gunster) Guest Speaker: Taylor Johnson ([email](mailto:tjohnson@pierceatwood.com?cc=marketing%40ela.law&subject=Employment%20Matters%20Podcast%20Inquiry)) (Pierce Atwood LLP) Support the show Register on the ELA website here to receive email invitations to future programs.