What does OSHA stand for?

OSHA stands for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. This agency is a part of the U.S. Department of Labor and was established to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and providing training, outreach, education, and assistance. Understanding OSHA’s role is crucial in engineering and design processes since safety standards must be integrated into all aspects of design and manufacturing to protect workers and users of products. OSHA regulations guide engineers in identifying hazards and developing safe practices, thereby significantly impacting the design decisions made during a project.