Evaluate each of these alternatives on the basis of the law and practical management considerations. Select the best Proposed Policy. Support your choice on the basis of the applicable laws and practical management considerations. Also, set forth any proposed improvements to your selection. Then, set forth legal and management reasons for rejecting each other Proposed Policy, setting forth each word, phrase or sentence which is a potential violation of OSHA and the provision(s) which it violates.

Spill is a chemical manufacturer. It manufactures a variety of toxic and flammable

products which are widely used in a variety of industries. You are the HR Director and

are evaluating the following alternative policies.

a. Spill Proposed Policy One: At Spill, safety is our primary concern. Upon

employment at Spill, it is your obligation to conduct internet research to

determine the safety equipment and gear that you will need to work at Spill. We

will reimburse you for safety equipment and gear that Spill, in its sole discretion,

determines to be necessary to perform your job upon presentation of receipt.

We will also provide you with a list of toxic and flammable chemicals that you

will be exposed to on the job. It is your responsibility to research these chemicals

and to determine proper procedures for handling them prior to beginning

employment. You will be given a quiz on the first day of employment and must

pass this quiz to begin employment.

b. Spill Proposed Policy Two: At Spill, safety is our primary concern. You will be

provided with OSHA compliant training for all of the chemical industry

standards pertaining to safety procedures for all chemicals and products that

you will be exposed to and working with. A complete list of all chemicals and

products that you will be working with, including the risks and dangers

associated with each, is located in the main office for your review and

inspection.

c. Spill Proposed Policy Three: At Spill, safety is our primary concern. Given that

Spill engages in the chemical industry, it is exempt from both state and federal

occupational safety laws.