The federal government has health and safety standards for workplaces and these standards are set and enforced by OSHA. For more information on health and safety regulations:

(609) 757-5181
US Government - Department of Labor
Marlton Executive Park
701 Route 73 South Building 2, Suite 120
Marlton, NJ 08053

OSHA issues, reams of regulations and standards for workplace safety. As soon as your business hires one or more employees, there are federal and state laws that must be adhered to.