Which group includes NIOSH, OSHA, and NIST?

• A. Federal government agencies
• B. Private corporations
• C. Nonprofit organizations
• D. Academic institutions

Answer: (A)

These three organizations are all U.S. federal government agencies that focus on safety, health, and standards. NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health) operates within the Department of Health and Human Services and conducts research and makes recommendations to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses. OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) is the federal agency within the Department of Labor responsible for setting and enforcing workplace safety and health standards. NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) is part of the Department of Commerce and develops measurement standards and technology to advance industry and science. Because they are established and funded by the federal government and sit within federal departments, they’re classified as federal government agencies. They are not private corporations, nonprofit organizations, or academic institutions, which operate outside of or independently from the federal government.