The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is an agency within the U.S. Department of Labor. It regulates workplaces and worker safety. Employers and workers within the U.S. are subject to OSHA regulations. If they are found noncompliant during an inspection, they may be subject to penalties and fines.
You’ll want to make sure you stay compliant not only to avoid these penalties but especially to keep your employees as safe as possible. Learn more about what you need to keep your physical therapy clinic compliant.
A checklist to stay OSHA compliant and avoid penalties
- Safe walking/working surfaces — OSHA reports that one of the main causes of workplace-related deaths are slips and falls. This is why one of the items on your compliance checklist should be to integrate approved fall protection systems into the workplace.
- Regular recordkeeping, reporting and posting — Employers are generally required to document any injuries and illnesses that occur in the workplace. They’re also responsible for posting employee safety and health posters in visible locations.
- Hiring a compliance and billing expert — One of the most effective ways to ensure that you remain OSHA compliant is by hiring a seasoned professional. Compliance and billing experts can give you all the information you need to prevent infractions that could potentially lead to hefty penalties.
These are just a few of several important regulations to keep in mind. To see the complete OSHA compliance checklist, visit the OSHA website.
Alliance PTP can help maintain your compliance with OSHA standards
Alliance Physical Therapy Partners firmly believes that partnership means creating something that is greater than the sum of its parts. Alliance PTP is proud to bring together physical therapy clinics around the nation to help people get the kind of treatment they’re looking for and then exceed their expectations. Want to learn more about joining Alliance PTP’s growing list of partners? You can read more on our page for practice owners here. You can also take our quiz to see if you’re ready for the first step toward partnership! If you’re interested in receiving professional assistance in workplace compliance, reach out to us. We can help make sure that you check off every item from your compliance list. We’re experienced in helping our partners ensure that they meet and exceed the expected standards at each of their clinics.
Contact our team today for more information about how we can help your practice or to find out how you can join our partnership in care.