OSHA's impact on human resources management

Article Abstract:

A survey of 141 Tennessee manufacturing companies was conducted in 1985 and 1986 to determine the effects of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970. Most of the companies had already instituted safety policies before OSHA and did not change them after OSHA's passage. OSHA did have some effect on policies that deal with accidents, investigations, periodic safety inspections, and recordkeeping. The corporate vice president and the personnel department are usually responsible for formulating policies. OSHA initiated safety inspections in 62.4% of the firms, and workers or their union initiated inspections in 27% of the companies. Sixty-one percent of OSHA inspections resulted in charges against the company.

Safety and security measures, Working class

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Minimize office gossip

Article Abstract:

Office gossip can have a strong effect on worker productivity. Gossip takes away from time that should be spent working, and it often lowers morale. Managers can reduce gossip by observing how much conversation is going on and who participates. Workers should be educated about the damage gossip can cause. Managers should set an example by making sure they do not get involved in gossip. Energized employees who are interested in their jobs are less likely to gossip.

Social aspects, Case studies, Business communication, Labor productivity, Office politics

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