What type of incidents should be reported to OSHA?

The correct response identifies that fatalities or hospitalizations resulting from workplace incidents must be reported to OSHA. This is critical because OSHA aims to ensure safe and healthy working conditions by setting and enforcing standards. When serious incidents such as fatalities or hospitalizations occur, they indicate significant safety hazards that need to be addressed to prevent future occurrences. Employers are legally obligated to report these serious incidents to OSHA, allowing for investigations that can lead to recommendations or mandates aimed at improving workplace safety practices and reducing risks.

Other options do not meet the criteria for mandatory reporting to OSHA. For instance, incidents requiring minor first aid may not indicate a significant safety risk and therefore do not necessitate OSHA involvement. Similarly, complaints from employees regarding safety issues, while important, are typically addressed through internal processes rather than as formal reports to OSHA unless they escalate into serious violations. Lastly, incidents solely involving public safety, without a direct link to workplace incidents resulting in severe outcomes, do not fall within the specific reporting requirements set by OSHA.