An OSHA inspector has arrived at the reception desk of Poultry Land Processors and has presented her credentials.The CEO refuses to allow the inspector into the plant.Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A) The CEO must allow the inspector to enter because the poultry processing industry has been identified by OSHA as a high-risk industry.
B) The CEO has the right to appeal to the regional OSHA office and reschedule the inspection.
C) The OSHA inspector must have probable cause to search the premises.
D) The OSHA inspector must leave, but she may return with a search warrant.

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OSHA inspectors are authorized to enter and inspect workplaces without advance notice or warrant. However, if the CEO refuses to allow the inspector to enter, she may leave but can return with a search warrant. Option A is not true because identification of a high-risk industry does not automatically grant OSHA inspectors the right to enter without warrant or notice. Option B is incorrect because the CEO does not have the right to reschedule the inspection without a valid reason. Option C is not entirely true. Although inspectors need probable cause to search an area in detail or take samples, they do not need probable cause to enter and inspect the workplace.

An OSHA Inspector Has Arrived at the Reception Desk of Poultry