HR 284 · 97th Congress · Labor and Employment

Comprehensive Occupational Safety and Health Improvements Act of 1981

Introduced 1981-01-05· Sponsored by Rep. Hansen, George V. [R-ID-2]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to Subcommittee on Health and Safety.(1981-02-06)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Comprehensive Occupational Safety and Health Improvements Act of 1981 - Amends the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (OSHA) to exempt farms and non-hazardous businesses with ten or less employees from coverage under such Act. Defines "non-hazardous business" as any business with an occupational injury incidence rate not exceeding seven percent. Exempts employers who maintain workplaces which qualify as non-hazardous, according to specified standards, from inspections or investigations, with specified exceptions. Directs the Secretary of Labor to enter into agreements with State workers' compensation or other appropriate State agencies under which such State agency will submit an annual list of all employers having one or more reported occupational injuries resulting in two or more lost workdays during the preceding year. Requires employers wishing to claim qualification for such exemptions to file an affidavit with the Secretary relating to the safety records of their workplaces. Limits the type or the amount of penalties which may be assessed against employers who maintain an advisory safety committee and a regular consultation program. Requires employers who qualify for …

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1 Republican