Terms of Service

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

Description of Service

OSHA News provides information about workplace safety inspections, violations, and penalties sourced from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other official government sources. Our services include:

• Workplace safety inspection data and reports
• OSHA violation information and penalty data
• Company safety profiles and compliance history
• News articles about workplace safety issues
• Safety trend analysis and industry comparisons

User Responsibilities

By using our service, you agree to:

• Use the service only for lawful purposes
• Not interfere with or disrupt the service
• Not attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the site
• Not use automated systems to access the site excessively
• Provide accurate information when contacting us
• Respect the intellectual property rights of others

Information Accuracy and Use

While we strive for accuracy in presenting OSHA data:

• Information is provided "as is" without warranties
• Data may be updated or corrected without notice
• You should verify critical information independently
• Information should not be the sole basis for important decisions
• Consult qualified safety professionals for workplace safety advice

Intellectual Property Rights

The content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is protected by intellectual property laws:

• OSHA News owns or has rights to use all site content
• You may not reproduce content without permission
• Limited use for personal, non-commercial purposes is permitted
• Media and educational use may be permitted with attribution
• Government data sources remain in the public domain

Prohibited Activities

You may not use our service to:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Transmit harmful or malicious code
• Harass, threaten, or harm others
• Distribute spam or unsolicited communications
• Collect user information without consent
• Impersonate another person or entity
• Engage in fraudulent activities

Privacy and Data Collection

Your privacy is important to us. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our service.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services:

• We are not responsible for third-party content or practices
• Links do not imply endorsement
• Third-party terms and privacy policies apply to their services
• Use third-party services at your own risk

Disclaimers and Limitations

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• The service is provided "as is" without warranties
• We disclaim all warranties, express or implied
• We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free service
• Your use of the service is at your own risk
• We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold OSHA News harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the service or violation of these terms.

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the service at any time, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the State of New Hampshire, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Dispute Resolution

Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of the service will be resolved through:

• Good faith negotiation as a first step
• Binding arbitration if negotiation fails
• New Hampshire state courts if arbitration is unavailable
• Each party bears their own costs unless otherwise awarded

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary so that the remaining terms will remain in full force and effect.

Contact Information

Questions about these Terms of Service should be directed to:

• Email: legal@oshanews.org
• Contact Form: Contact Page
• Mail: OSHA News Legal Department