HR and Workplace Safety: Oklahoma

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Authors: Alan L. Rupe and Daniel Press, Kutak Rock LLP

Summary

• Private sector employers in Oklahoma are under the jurisdiction of the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). See Federal OSHA.
• Oklahoma employers may not take an adverse employment action against an employee who reports a safety violation. See Employer Duties and Responsibilities.
• The Commissioner of Labor administers and enforces the provisions of OOHSSA, which includes requiring inspections of workplaces covered by the Act. See Administration and Enforcement.
• Oklahoma offers workplace safety and health consultation programs for both public and private employers. See Workplace Safety and Health Consultation Program for Private Employers.
• The Protection from Workplace Harassment and Violence Act permits an employer to file a written verified petition with the district court for an injunction prohibiting workplace harassment. See Protection from Workplace Harassment and Violence Act .
• Oklahoma has state-wide laws prohibiting distracted driving and texting while driving. See Driving Policies.