Who is generally responsible for the conditions at a client’s worksite when using a staffing firm?

The correct answer highlights the critical aspect of liability regarding worksite conditions in the context of staffing arrangements. When a staffing firm provides workers to a client, the client typically retains control over the worksite, which includes the duty to ensure that it is safe and meets regulatory requirements.

In situations where the client exercises control over the conditions, they are generally responsible for the safety and health standards at the worksite. This includes ensuring that workers have a safe environment and appropriate safety measures are in place. Staffing firms, while they do have responsibilities concerning their employees (such as wage payments, benefits, and workers' compensation), do not usually control the conditions under which those employees work unless specified otherwise in their agreement with the client.

Understanding this dynamic is essential for both staffing firms and clients, as it clarifies where liabilities lie and helps in developing policies and practices that enhance worker safety and mitigate legal risks.