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What Every Restaurant Owner or Manager Needs to Know About OSHA

Cartoon restaurant manager standing in front of a screen that reads “Introduction to OSHA,” next to a chef holding a flaming skillet with a panicked expression.

When restaurant owners or managers think about OSHA, many picture hard hats and scaffolding—not fryers and food runners.

But here’s the truth: OSHA standards apply to restaurants too—and not understanding your responsibilities can cost you more than just a few compliance points. It can lead to thousands in fines, serious injuries, and costly claims.

So what do restaurant managers need to know about OSHA?

First, OSHA (the Occupational Safety and Health Administration) sets the federal standards for workplace safety—including foodservice environments. From wet floors to hot oil burns, OSHA is responsible for making sure employers provide a safe working environment for everyone.

That includes:

  • Training employees on potential hazards

  • Maintaining safety equipment and signage

  • Keeping records of workplace incidents

  • Displaying mandatory posters (like the OSHA Job Safety and Health poster)

Why it matters more than ever

Restaurant injuries are common—and often preventable. But if there’s no system in place to train staff and document compliance, you could face everything from increased insurance premiums to regulatory fines.

And here’s the thing: it’s not enough to say you’ve trained your team. You need to prove it.

A Better Way to Stay Compliant

To help restaurant leaders stay compliant and keep their teams safe, we created a short training called “Introduction to OSHA for Restaurants.”

This free module gives owners and managers a clear, practical understanding of how OSHA applies to restaurant environments—without the legal jargon or overwhelming PDFs.

You’ll learn what OSHA expects, what you’re responsible for, and how to stay ahead of the risks.

The module includes:

  • A short, restaurant-specific video

  • A quick quiz to test your knowledge

  • A printable certificate to document your completion

It’s completely free and only about 15 minutes.

Start Smart. Stay Safe.

If you’re a restaurant owner or manager, there’s no reason to guess your way through OSHA compliance. Start with this free module and gain the confidence—and documentation—you need to lead safer.

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