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§ 654. Duties of employers and employees

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§ 654.

Duties of employers and employees

(a)

Each employer—

(1)

shall furnish to each of his employees employment and a place of employment which are free from recognized hazards that are causing or are likely to cause death or serious physical harm to his employees;

(2)

shall comply with occupational safety and health standards promulgated under this chapter.

(b)

Each employee shall comply with occupational safety and health standards and all rules, regulations, and orders issued pursuant to this chapter which are applicable to his own actions and conduct.

Source(Pub. L. 91–596, § 5,
Dec. 29, 1970
, 84 Stat. 1593.)

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