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Podcast: The Occupational Safety Leadership Podcast
Episode: Episode 62 - Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records
Description: Episode 62 breaks down OSHA’s rule that gives employees the right to access their own exposure and medical records, as well as analyses based on those records. Dr. Ayers explains what counts as a “record,” who can request it, how long employers must keep it, and the leadership responsibilities tied to this requirement.
🧭 Purpose of the Standard
OSHA created this rule to ensure workers can:
Understand their past exposures to toxic substances or harmful physical agents
Access medical information relevant to occupational health
Detect and prevent occupational disease earlier
Make infor...