The Division of Industrial Relations has received several reports of people posing as Nevada OSHA officials making contact with businesses in northern Nevada.
The state says it is a misdemeanor to impersonate an OSHA inspector.Â
OSHA inspectors are required to present their credentials whenever they make contact with management representatives, employees (to conduct interviews) or organized labor representatives while conducting an official inspection. At the beginning of the inspection the OSHA inspector will locate the owner representative, operator, or agent in charge at the workplace and present credentials.
OSHA inspectors must follow specific protocols to conduct an inspection and do not issue citations or assess penalties on the spot.
If you suspect a person is impersonating an OSHA inspector, ask the person to present their credentials and get their name. Write down any other information that may be helpful to identify the individual. Report the incident to Nevada OSHA at (702) 486-9020 or (775) 688-3700. If the person is posing an imminent threat or disruption, contact local law enforcement.
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