What is the main function of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)?

The main function of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is to regulate workplace safety and health. OSHA's mission is to ensure that employers provide a safe and healthful working environment for their employees. This includes setting and enforcing standards for workplace safety, conducting inspections, and providing guidance on compliance with health regulations. By developing regulations and ensuring adherence, OSHA aims to minimize workplace hazards and protect the health and safety of workers across various industries.

In this context, while oversight of employee benefits, enforcement of wage and hour laws, and conducting training programs may be relevant to workplace management and employee relations, they do not fall under OSHA’s primary purpose. OSHA focuses specifically on protecting workers from safety and health hazards, making the regulation of workplace safety and health its central function.