Worker right-to-know laws protect workers by legally obliging employers to divulge information about workplace hazards. Hazard communication standards require employers to "comprehensively" teach employees about hazardous materials in the workplace via such methods as "container labeling and other forms of warning, material safety data sheets and employee training," ("Hazard Communication").

Workers' Compensation is, like OSHA, covered by the United States Department of Labor. However, the Department of Labor's Office of Worker's Compensation Programs (OWCP) only offers workers compensation to certain industries including federal employees but also energy employees, longshore and harbor workers, and coal miners. All workers' compensation claims not covered by the Department of Labor must be filed with the individual state's Department of Labor. Workers' compensation generally offers remuneration or job security in the case of workplace-related injury or illness.

OSHA also promotes safety via built-in incentives for employees. Incentives help companies minimize costs while creating a safer...
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