EXECUTIVE|DISORDER
Executive Order 12196
Occupational Safety and Health Programs for Federal Employees
Ordered by Carter on February 26, 1980
Summary
Establishes mandatory workplace safety standards and procedures for executive agencies, excluding military-specific operations. Assigns responsibilities to agency heads for hazard prevention, inspections, employee protection, and reporting. Tasks Labor Department with oversight, training, and evaluation. Continues advisory council and coordinates standards with General Services Administration.
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