EOC: Worker's Rights

I believe that the National Employment Lawyers Association sponsored the "work place fariness" website in order to educate possible clients and those who need more information about the basic rights that they have as workers in the United States. There are numerous resources that are available to help Americans research their rights in the workplace on this site. The key resources that are commonly used for research are discrimination, harassment and other workplace problems, and health and safety/workplace injuries. A personal example that I can relate to is getting injured on the job. Numerous people in my families have been hurt at least once or twice while working and there are certain policies and procedures that are to be followed in the event of an injury. Some jobs may advise you to go home and rest but fail to inform you that you must be seen by the companies doctor and in some cases allowed worker's compensation. Most employees do not look into their rights in detail but when they do it is usually related to injuries on the job. In the workplace health and safety protection section it states, "inform your supervisor as soon as possible and/or call OSHA at 800-321-OSHA (6742). Although you may be legally permitted to walk off the job if you are in imminent danger, your right to do so is limited, and so it is best to report the hazard before you make the decision to walk off the job." That information could be vital when it comes to the rights you have after being injured. Some people try to ignore their injuries in order to prevent a long process of paperwork but it is important to make sure that there are no long-term affects.  There is also important information about OSHA and the regulations they require in the workplace. OSHA has different standards for different industries. "OSHA standards are divided into four categories: general industry, maritime, construction, and agriculture." The most specific work-related issues can best be addressed when the employer and company follow all of the correct procedures and training to prevent such issues. "Knowing your rights can be the difference between a successful career and an issue that could have been prevented."