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 You have the right to:
- A safe and healthful workplace free of recognized
hazards. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) within the Department of Labor has primary
responsibility for setting and enforcing standards through
the OSH Act of 1970 to promote safety and health, including
the health and safety of young workers.
- Refuse to work if
you believe in good faith that the job or conditions are
dangerous and are exposing you to imminent danger.
Call (800)321-OSHA immediately to report imminent dangers.
- Speak up! If you notice a safety hazard at work, report it to your
supervisor or boss. If they don't address your concerns, file a complaint with OSHA or your state labor offices. Please remember, it is
illegal for your employer to punish or fire you for reporting a workplace problem.
- Work only the limited hours
and at the types of work permitted by state and federal laws. Federal child labor
laws and state labor laws apply if you are under 18 years old.
- Use required personal protective equipment,
including safety clothing, hard hats, goggles, ear plugs, and get training on how to use them properly.
- Get training about health and safety, including information about machines, job
tasks, and hazardous chemicals that could be harmful to your health.
- Demand payment for your work, at least minimum wage for
your state. There are some exceptions:
- Ask for payment for medical care (workers' compensation)
if you get injured or sick because of your job. You may also be entitled to payment for lost wages if you miss work because of your injury.
- Work without racial or sexual harassment.
Contact the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunities Commission to report
racial or sexual harassment.
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