Which of the following scenarios requires OSHA reporting?

The requirement for OSHA reporting is primarily focused on incidents that result in serious injury or illness that affects an employee's ability to work. An employee being hospitalized due to a workplace accident is a clear case of a serious incident that must be reported to OSHA.

When an employee is hospitalized, it indicates that the injury sustained was significant enough to require medical treatment that surpasses first aid. This criterion plays a critical role in determining whether an incident should be recorded. In contrast, a sprained ankle may not necessarily require hospitalization and could be treated with first aid, therefore falling outside the scope of mandatory reporting. Similarly, taking sick leave for the flu or simply complaining of back pain does not involve a workplace incident or serious injury, thus does not meet the criteria for OSHA reporting requirements.