The Health and Safety at Work Act, formally called the Occupational Safety and Health Act ("Act"), is overseen by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration ("OSHA"). Nearly all the health and safety at work Act issues are governed by OSHA or OSHA-approved state programs. Both OSHA health and safety at work and OSHA-approved regulations apply to all public sector employers and all employers covered under the Act. The overriding principle of the OSHA workplace safety program is that employers have a duty protect employees in the workplace from recognized and serious hazards. OSHA works to ensure workplace safety by conducting inspections and employer investigations. When workplace safety issues arise, OSHA has the ability to provide compliance assistance to help employers create a safe and acceptable working environment for their employees.