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The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) was created by Congress under the Occupational Safety and Health Act[?], signed by President Richard M. Nixon on December 29, 1970. Its mission is to prevent work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths.

External links:

OSHA website (http://www.osha.gov)

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