Workplace Inspection Program Weak in Detecting and Correcting Serious Hazards

The Department of Labor estimated that during 1976 about 4,500 private industry workers suffered fatal work-related injuries and illnesses and that about 1 of every 11 workers had nonfatal injuries and illnesses. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is responsible for trying to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for more than 60 million workers. It establishes national occupational safety and health standards and conducts inspections of work places.