Question

How did the United States arrive at its current occupational-safety-and-health laws?

A. joyfully, with parades and celebrations, the way we celebrated the end of World War II

B. quickly, as an idea whose time had come and about which no reasonable person could voice an objection

C. secretly, in the middle of the night on a holiday, since supporters knew it would be extremely unpopular

B. slowly, after over 100 years of small steps, backslides, and back-and-forth between business interests and representatives for workers

Answer 1

B. slowly, after over 100 years of small steps, backslides, and back-and-forth between business interests and representatives for workers

Step-by-step explanation:

Before 1970, America was experiencing a sharp increase in the number of occupational injuries and illnesses. Both the injuries and illnesses were becoming more severe, which lead to increased death and disabilities due to work-related issues.

The OSHA act was passed in 1970. Prior to that, the responsibilities for developing workplace safety and health regulations were under the ministry of labor. Activities and lawmakers felt that the existing structure give not give enough weight to workers plight. Employees were left at the mercy of their employers.

After intensive lobbying in the senate, the OSHA act was signed into law in 1970 by president Richard M. Nixon. The law aimed to promote safety and ensure safer working conditions for all workers, notwithstanding their job or industry.