Regulatory Process: Topic Three

Revised Instructions

1. Click on the OSHA link
2. Under the Enforcement menu (at the top) click on Enforcement Programs.
3. Review some of the resources on the page. Note that in addition to information about its inspections and cases where significant files were assessed, the site is filled with information to help employers comply with OSHA regulations. See, for instance, information under Compliance Assistance and Enforcement Policies, as well as links to training and assistance.

4. Click on the NRC link.
5. Review the "How We Regulation" section under "About NRC"

Revised Instructions

1. Use the link to access the MSHA website and answer the following:

A. What statute created the Mine Safety and Health Administration?
B. How many coal miner fatalities occurred in 2005?

4. Use the link to access the website of the U.S. Department of Labor and state five laws that are enforced by that agency.

Learn About the Agencies

You can answer these questions by going directly to the websites or by using the US Government Manual. If any of the website links has changed, use USA.gov to find the current link.