Review

Summary

  1. The purpose of OSHA is to ensure every ­working person a safe and healthful ­workplace. OSHA standards are complete and detailed and are enforced through a system of ­workplace inspections. OSHA inspectors can issue citations and recommend penalties to their area directors.

  2. There are three basic causes of accidents: chance occurrences, unsafe conditions, and unsafe acts on the part of employees. In addition, three other work-related factors—the job itself, the work schedule, and the psychological climate—also contribute to accidents.

  3. There are several approaches to preventing ...

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