During an OSHA inspection, the compliance officer asks to speak privately with workers. Which statement correctly describes a worker's rights during this process?
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AStatements made to OSHA compliance officers are automatically shared with the employer before any citation is issued
BWorkers must receive written approval from their employer before speaking with a compliance officer
CWorkers have the right to speak privately with the OSHA compliance officer, and the employer cannot require a supervisor to be present
DWorkers may speak privately with the compliance officer only if their supervisor is unavailable
✓ Correct answer: C. Workers have the right to speak privately with the OSHA compliance officer, and the employer cannot require a supervisor to be presentUnder Section 8(a)(2) of the OSH Act, OSHA compliance officers have the right to interview workers privately, and workers cannot be required by the employer to have a supervisor or company representative present during these interviews.
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