OSHA Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Faces Audit

A forthcoming federal audit will examine how well the Occupational Safety and Health Administration is addressing workplace violence. According to the recently released U.S. Department of Labor Office of Inspector General’s fiscal year 2026 audit work plan, the review will assess OSHA’s actions to prevent and respond to workplace violence, which the agency defines as any act or threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation or other disruptive behavior occurring at a worksite. Workplace violence remains a significant occupational safety concern, the inspector general&rsquo...