Are drowning hazards addressed in federal standards?

Federal standards do address drowning hazards, particularly through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations, which set forth requirements regarding water hazards in various settings where employees may be at risk. The standards typically require the implementation of safety measures and protective equipment to mitigate the risk of drowning.

The fact that drowning hazards are covered in federal standards means that safety protocols, training, and equipment aimed at preventing drown accidents are mandated in applicable workplaces, especially in industries such as construction, maritime, and other environments where water hazards may be present—contrary to the belief that there are no federal standards addressing them.

In other choices, the idea that these hazards are only addressed in specialized procedures or not applicable to construction overlooks the comprehensive nature of safety regulations that apply across multiple industries. Furthermore, stating that federal standards do not address such hazards ignores the critical importance of understanding and mitigating risks associated with water in the workplace.