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When most of us hear the word "OSHA," we instantly conjure up images of ticket-writing cops invading our workplace. And these aren't the $35 tags that grace our windshield when we linger in a parking spot too long. These citations can easily hit the four- or five-digit mark depending on the severity of the violation. Let's face it, a visit from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration often ranks up there with a visit from the Internal Revenue Service. But were you aware that there is a completely separate arm of OSHA designed to help small businesses provide a safe environment for their employees? Best of all, it's free. The statement "We're from the government and we're here to help" has been the punch line in many a pop culture medium. At the very least, it raises an eyebrow when spoken from an over-starched, briefcase-toting individual. Entrepreneurs are natural skeptics when it comes to governmental assistance and advice. But I am here to tell you, this one is a pretty good deal. |