If an employer objects to an inspection, what is the likely action taken by the Safety and Health officer?

When an employer objects to an OSHA inspection, the Safety and Health officer typically has protocols in place to address such objections. Continuing the inspection where no objection is raised allows the officer to fulfill their duty to ensure workplace safety and compliance with regulations. The officer can assess other areas of the workplace or aspects of operations that might be pertinent to the inspection, thus still being able to carry out their responsibilities even if certain areas are not accessible due to objections.

While the other options are plausible actions, they do not align with the standard operating procedure during inspections. For instance, leaving the facility would undermine the inspection process, preventing vital observations and documentation. Pro proceeding with restrictions might complicate the inspection, as the officer needs to assess the workplace for overall compliance, and ignoring the objection could lead to legal challenges or disputes that may not be resolved favorably for either party. Therefore, the continuation of the inspection, focusing on the areas where there is no objection, is the most effective and compliant response.