Section 13 of the OSH Act gives what power?

• A. to levy fines
• B. to set standards
• C. If imminent danger, severe injury, or death are possible, courts shall have jurisdiction regarding OSHA regulations.
• D. to inspect workplaces

Answer: (C)

Judicial enforcement authority is what this option is about. Section 13 gives the courts the power to hear and rule on matters involving OSHA regulations, especially in situations where there is imminent danger, or the potential for severe injury or death. This creates a formal pathway for urgent relief and for adjudicating disputes or violations as they relate to OSHA rules, bridging regulatory action with legal enforcement.

The other duties—levying fines, setting standards, and inspecting workplaces—are handled by OSHA through its own regulatory and enforcement processes rather than through court jurisdiction. This section focuses on giving the courts a role in enforcing and interpreting OSHA regulations when urgent safety concerns arise.