Which of the following statements was the purpose of Congress passing the OSH Act in 1970?
A) Reduce employer's costs
B) Reduce downtime in industry
C) Safe and healthful working conditions for employees
D) Lower insurance rates

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The main purpose of Congress passing the OSH Act in 1970 was to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for employees. This was a response to the growing concerns about the high numbers of workers' deaths, injuries, and illnesses in workplaces in the United States. While reducing costs or downtime and lowering insurance rates may have been benefits of the act, they were not the primary purpose.

Which of the Following Statements Was the Purpose of Congress