So before I started my business I worked for my old boss for 10 years. He would always talk about being careful about stuff “because OSHA could show up” like they were some type of boogeyman. In those 10 years I never once saw anyone from any type of regulatory body.
So was my boss just being paranoid? What are the odds someone from OSHA actually would be around? have you ever dealt with them?
I’ve worked in two different medical types offices. OSHA compliance is a huge thing. We had yearly staff meeting to review procedure in both places and to make sure everything in the offices was up to standards. It usually took the team two days or so in both places to review all the paperwork, labeling, etc. just to ensure everything was updated and accurate. MDS sheets all complied and in their binders, safety equipment, product labeling, medications storage and lock up, gas tanks, surgical equipment, biohazard etc. But medical comes with a huge list of regulatory bodies other than OSHA.
Yes, they can just show up for inspection. No, they don’t often. As stated it’s usual. Response to accident or complaint. However any good business will ensure they are always in compliance.