In how many hours must a fatality be reported to OSHA?

The requirement to report a workplace fatality to OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is established to ensure a prompt investigation and response to prevent future incidents. When a fatality occurs, it must be reported within 8 hours. This urgent timeframe is essential for ensuring that OSHA can assess the situation accurately and deploy necessary resources to investigate the fatality effectively. The swift reporting allows OSHA to gather evidence while it is still fresh and to assess workplace conditions that could pose ongoing dangers. This timeframe contributes to workplace safety by emphasizing the importance of reporting incidents quickly.