Filing a retaliation claim under OSHA involves several key steps to ensure that your rights are protected if you have been retaliated against for reporting safety concerns or engaging in safety-related activities.

First it’s important to know that you are protected from retaliation if you report safety issues, participate in OSHA inspections, or report work injuries. If you believe you’ve faced retaliation dor any of these actions, you can file a complaint with OSHA.

To file complaint, you can do so either verbally or in writing. You can call OSHA at 1-800-321-6742 or visit your nearest OSHA office to make a verbal complaint. If you prefer, you can submit your complaint in writing by mailing it to your local OSHA office or submitting it online through the whistleblower complaint form. Make sure to file your complaint within 30 days of the retaliation occurring. If you wait longer OSHA may refer your case to another agency.

When filing, be sure to include specific details about the retaliation, such as dates, actions take against you, and any evidence or witnesses that support your claim. Once your complaint is filed, OSHA will investigate the situation. If they find reasonable cause to believe retaliation occurred, they may issue orders like reinstatement or back pay. If you disagree with OSHA’s findings, you can appeal to an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) for further review.