Labor Legislation Analysis
Makisha S. Howell MGT 516- Effective Labor Management Colorado State University-Global Campus Prof. Kurt Miller January 14th, 2015

Labor Legislation Analysis
Within the 20th century its Labor Legislations have been a key component for employers and employees. The main focal point for Labor legislations were set in place to give employees a platform and security under many working conditions. There are rules and regulations to abide by but the end result is what will not only protect the company/organization but their workers so it’s pretty much a win-win situation. In this paper you will read about two labor legislations that spark interest and what employees find very helpful if ever needed. Occupational Safety and Health Act
The Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) didn’t become a primary federal law until the 1970’s. This particular law focused on the overall safety and health of a workplace, it was enforced by congress and signed by then president Richard Nixon in December of 1970’s. The main point of this law was to ensure that all employers provided their employees/workers from a hazardous working environment. This hazardous working conditions consist of excessive noise, unsanitary conditions, cold or heat stress, exposure to toxic materials/chemicals, and mechanical dangers. Employees, Union, and Employers Affected
Employees were affected in a more positive way than negative, what the law did was allow them to be able to work in safe conditions rather than work where they are at risk to getting sick, or injured. OSHA provides additional assistance to employers