SettingsOccupational safety and health
1,2-Dibromo-3-chloropropane
1,2-Dibromo-3-chloropropane, better known as DBCP, is the active ingredient in the nematicide Nemagon, also known as Fumazone.
1,2-Dibromo-3-chloropropane, better known as DBCP, is the active ingredient in the nematicide Nemagon, also known as Fumazone.
Alice Hamilton
Alice Hamilton was the first woman appointed to the faculty of Harvard University and was a leading expert in the field of occupational health.
Alice Hamilton was the first woman appointed to the faculty of Harvard University and was a leading expert in the field of occupational health.
Animal lead poisoning
Animal lead poisoning (also known as avian plumbism, or avian saturnism for birds) is a veterinary condition and pathology caused by increased levels of the heavy metal lead in anima...
Animal lead poisoning (also known as avian plumbism, or avian saturnism for birds) is a veterinary condition and pathology caused by increased levels of the heavy metal lead in anima...
Bernardino Ramazzini
Bernardino Ramazzini (3 November 1633 – 5 November 1714) was an Italian physician.(Italian pronunciation: 'bernardino ramat'tsini) Ramazzini was an early proponent of the use of cinchona bark ...
Bernardino Ramazzini (3 November 1633 – 5 November 1714) was an Italian physician.(Italian pronunciation: 'bernardino ramat'tsini) Ramazzini was an early proponent of the use of cinchona bark ...
Berne Convention (1906)
The Berne Convention of 1906 is an international treaty negotiated in Bern in Switzerland which prohibits the use of white (yellow) phosphorus in the manufacture of matches.
The Berne Convention of 1906 is an international treaty negotiated in Bern in Switzerland which prohibits the use of white (yellow) phosphorus in the manufacture of matches.
Bleed air
Bleed air in gas turbine engines is compressed air taken from within the engine, after the compressor stage and before the fuel is injected in the burners.
Bleed air in gas turbine engines is compressed air taken from within the engine, after the compressor stage and before the fuel is injected in the burners.
Burn pit
A burn pit is an area devoted to open-air combustion of trash.
A burn pit is an area devoted to open-air combustion of trash.
Cancer
Cancer, known medically as a malignant neoplasm, is a broad group of various diseases, all involving unregulated cell growth.
Cancer, known medically as a malignant neoplasm, is a broad group of various diseases, all involving unregulated cell growth.
CANOSH
CANOSH is a web portal of links to Canadian occupational health and safety information that is provided by federal, provincial and territorial government agencies, Workers' Compensation Boards a...
CANOSH is a web portal of links to Canadian occupational health and safety information that is provided by federal, provincial and territorial government agencies, Workers' Compensation Boards a...
Carbonless copy paper
Carbonless copy paper, non-carbon copy paper, or NCR paper is an alternative to carbon paper, used to make a copy of an original, handwritten document without the use of any electronics.
Carbonless copy paper, non-carbon copy paper, or NCR paper is an alternative to carbon paper, used to make a copy of an original, handwritten document without the use of any electronics.
Certified safety professional
The Certified Safety Professional is a certification offered by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.
The Certified Safety Professional is a certification offered by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals.
Chemical accident
The terms “chemical accident” or “chemical incident” refer to an event resulting in the release of a substance or substances hazardous to human health and/or the environment in the short o...
The terms “chemical accident” or “chemical incident” refer to an event resulting in the release of a substance or substances hazardous to human health and/or the environment in the short o...
CLP Regulation
The CLP Regulation (for "Classification, Labelling and Packaging") is a European Union regulation which aligns the European Union system of classification, labelling and packag...
The CLP Regulation (for "Classification, Labelling and Packaging") is a European Union regulation which aligns the European Union system of classification, labelling and packag...
Code of safe working practices
The Code of Safe Working Practices (COSWP) is published by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) of the UK. The code details the regulatory framework for health and safety aboard ship, safety...
The Code of Safe Working Practices (COSWP) is published by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) of the UK. The code details the regulatory framework for health and safety aboard ship, safety...
Confined space
Confined space is a term from labor-safety regulations that refers to an area whose enclosed conditions and limited access make it dangerous.
Confined space is a term from labor-safety regulations that refers to an area whose enclosed conditions and limited access make it dangerous.
Construction site safety
Construction is the most dangerous land-based work sector in Europe, after the fishing industry.
Construction is the most dangerous land-based work sector in Europe, after the fishing industry.
Contact dermatitis
Contact dermatitis is a term for a skin reaction resulting from exposure to allergens or irritants.
Contact dermatitis is a term for a skin reaction resulting from exposure to allergens or irritants.
Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 came into force in the United Kingdom on 13 November 2006 and brought together a number of other asbestos related pieces of legislation.
The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2006 came into force in the United Kingdom on 13 November 2006 and brought together a number of other asbestos related pieces of legislation.
Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005
The Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 are set of regulations created under the Health and Safety at Work etc.
The Control of Vibration at Work Regulations 2005 are set of regulations created under the Health and Safety at Work etc.
COSHH
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 is a United Kingdom Statutory Instrument that states general requirements on employers to protect employees and other persons from ...
The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 is a United Kingdom Statutory Instrument that states general requirements on employers to protect employees and other persons from ...
Dead man's switch
A dead man's switch is a switch that is automatically operated in case the human operator becomes incapacitated, such as through death or loss of consciousness.
A dead man's switch is a switch that is automatically operated in case the human operator becomes incapacitated, such as through death or loss of consciousness.
Defensible space (fire control)
Defensible Space,, in the context of fire control, is the natural and landscaped area around a structure that has been maintained and designed to reduce fire danger, sometimes called 'Firesc...
Defensible Space,, in the context of fire control, is the natural and landscaped area around a structure that has been maintained and designed to reduce fire danger, sometimes called 'Firesc...
Detonation flame arrester
A detonation flame arrester (also spelled arrestor) is a device fitted to the opening of an enclosure or to the connecting pipe work of a system of enclosures and whose intended function i...
A detonation flame arrester (also spelled arrestor) is a device fitted to the opening of an enclosure or to the connecting pipe work of a system of enclosures and whose intended function i...
Diacetyl
Diacetyl (IUPAC systematic name: butanedione or 2,3-butanedione) is a natural byproduct of fermentation.
Diacetyl (IUPAC systematic name: butanedione or 2,3-butanedione) is a natural byproduct of fermentation.
Diamond plate
Diamond plate, also known as checker plate, tread plate and Durbar floor plate, is a type of lightweight metal stock with a regular pattern of raised diamonds or lines on one s...
Diamond plate, also known as checker plate, tread plate and Durbar floor plate, is a type of lightweight metal stock with a regular pattern of raised diamonds or lines on one s...
Donald Hunter (physician)
Donald Hunter CBE FRCP (February 11, 1898 -December 11, 1978) was a British physician and author of a classic text on occupational medicine, The Diseases of Occupations.
Donald Hunter CBE FRCP (February 11, 1898 -December 11, 1978) was a British physician and author of a classic text on occupational medicine, The Diseases of Occupations.
Dry cleaning
Dry cleaning is any cleaning process for clothing and textiles using a chemical solvent other than water.
Dry cleaning is any cleaning process for clothing and textiles using a chemical solvent other than water.
Easily Manipulated Mechanical Arm
EMMA is a product built by Temple Allen Industries.
EMMA is a product built by Temple Allen Industries.
Easily manipulated mechanical arm (EMMA)
EMMA is a product built by Temple Allen Industries.
EMMA is a product built by Temple Allen Industries.
Electric shock
Electric shock occurs upon contact of a body with any source of electricity that causes a sufficient current through the skin, muscles, or hair.
Electric shock occurs upon contact of a body with any source of electricity that causes a sufficient current through the skin, muscles, or hair.
Electrically conducting yarn
An electrically conducting yarn is yarn that conducts electricity.
An electrically conducting yarn is yarn that conducts electricity.
Electromagnetic field
An electromagnetic field (also EMF or EM field) is a physical field produced by moving electrically charged objects.
An electromagnetic field (also EMF or EM field) is a physical field produced by moving electrically charged objects.
Emergency management
Emergency management is the generic name of an interdisciplinary field dealing with the strategic organizational management processes used to protect critical assets of an organization from ...
Emergency management is the generic name of an interdisciplinary field dealing with the strategic organizational management processes used to protect critical assets of an organization from ...
Employee assistance programs
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are employee benefit programs offered by many employers, typically in conjunction with a health insurance plan.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) are employee benefit programs offered by many employers, typically in conjunction with a health insurance plan.
Employment Injury Benefits Convention, 1964
Employment Injury Benefits Convention, 1964 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Employment Injury Benefits Convention, 1964 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Ergonomics
Ergonomics is the study of designing equipment and devices that fit the human body, its movements, and its cognitive abilities.
Ergonomics is the study of designing equipment and devices that fit the human body, its movements, and its cognitive abilities.
Ethylene oxide
Ethylene oxide, also called oxirane, is the organic compound with the formula.
Ethylene oxide, also called oxirane, is the organic compound with the formula.
Examinetics
Examinetics, Inc. is the largest provider of mobile and on-site occupational health screening and data management services in the United States.
Examinetics, Inc. is the largest provider of mobile and on-site occupational health screening and data management services in the United States.
Exposure action value
An Exposure Action Value (EAV) or Action Value (AV) is a limit set on occupational exposure to noise where beyond those values, employers must take steps to monitor the exposur...
An Exposure Action Value (EAV) or Action Value (AV) is a limit set on occupational exposure to noise where beyond those values, employers must take steps to monitor the exposur...
Factories Act 1961
The Factories Act 1961 is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
The Factories Act 1961 is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
First aid room
A first aid room or medical room is a room in an establishment to which someone who is injured or taken ill on the premises can be taken for first aid and to await the arrival of professio...
A first aid room or medical room is a room in an establishment to which someone who is injured or taken ill on the premises can be taken for first aid and to await the arrival of professio...
Flame arrester
A flame arrester (also spelled arrestor), deflagration arrester, or flame trap is a device that stops fuel combustion by extinguishing the flame.
A flame arrester (also spelled arrestor), deflagration arrester, or flame trap is a device that stops fuel combustion by extinguishing the flame.
Food Safety Act 1990
The Food Safety Act 1990, is an Act of Parliament of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
The Food Safety Act 1990, is an Act of Parliament of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde is an organic compound with the formula CH2O. It is the simplest form of aldehyde, hence its systematic name methanal.
Formaldehyde is an organic compound with the formula CH2O. It is the simplest form of aldehyde, hence its systematic name methanal.
Gas leak
In common usage, a gas leak refers to a leak of natural gas, from a pipe or other containment, into a living area or any other area where the gas should not be.
In common usage, a gas leak refers to a leak of natural gas, from a pipe or other containment, into a living area or any other area where the gas should not be.
Global road safety for workers
Global road safety for workers refers to the economic, societal, and legal ramifications of protecting workers from automobile-related injury, disability, and death.
Global road safety for workers refers to the economic, societal, and legal ramifications of protecting workers from automobile-related injury, disability, and death.
Hazard analysis
A hazard analysis is used as the first step in a process used to assess risk.
A hazard analysis is used as the first step in a process used to assess risk.
Health and safety crime in the United Kingdom
In the United Kingdom there are several crimes that arise from failure to take care of health, safety and welfare at work.
In the United Kingdom there are several crimes that arise from failure to take care of health, safety and welfare at work.
Health and safety law
Health and safety law is a body of law that protects the health, safety and welfare of the general public and certain defined sectors of the population such as employees.
Health and safety law is a body of law that protects the health, safety and welfare of the general public and certain defined sectors of the population such as employees.
Health and safety regulations in the United Kingdom
In the United Kingdom there are many regulations relevant to health, safety and welfare at work.
In the United Kingdom there are many regulations relevant to health, safety and welfare at work.
Health hazards in semiconductor manufacturing occupations
Health hazards in semiconductor manufacturing occupations is an issue of dispute past and present workers of semiconductor manufacturing have with their employers and associates of their employers.
Health hazards in semiconductor manufacturing occupations is an issue of dispute past and present workers of semiconductor manufacturing have with their employers and associates of their employers.
Hearing conservation program
Hearing conservation programs are design to prevent noise induced hearing loss.
Hearing conservation programs are design to prevent noise induced hearing loss.
Helicopter Underwater Escape Training
Helicopter Underwater Egress Training in the United States, and Helicopter Underwater Escape Training in most other countries, (often abbreviated HUET, pronounced hue-wet, hue-...
Helicopter Underwater Egress Training in the United States, and Helicopter Underwater Escape Training in most other countries, (often abbreviated HUET, pronounced hue-wet, hue-...
Herbert William Heinrich
Herbert William Heinrich (born 1886) was an American industrial safety pioneer from the 1930s.
Herbert William Heinrich (born 1886) was an American industrial safety pioneer from the 1930s.
Hexavalent chromium
Hexavalent chromium refers to chemical compounds that contain the element chromium in the +6 oxidation state.
Hexavalent chromium refers to chemical compounds that contain the element chromium in the +6 oxidation state.
Hostile work environment
A hostile work environment exists when an employee experiences workplace harassment and fears going to work because of the offensive, intimidating, or oppressive atmosphere generated by the harasser.
A hostile work environment exists when an employee experiences workplace harassment and fears going to work because of the offensive, intimidating, or oppressive atmosphere generated by the harasser.
Hot work
Hot work is any process that can be a source of ignition when flammable material is present or can be a fire hazard regardless of the presence of flammable material in the workplace.
Hot work is any process that can be a source of ignition when flammable material is present or can be a fire hazard regardless of the presence of flammable material in the workplace.
Impact of nanotechnology
The impact of nanotechnology extend from its medical, ethical, mental, legal and environmental applications, to fields such as engineering, biology, chemistry, computing, materials science, mili...
The impact of nanotechnology extend from its medical, ethical, mental, legal and environmental applications, to fields such as engineering, biology, chemistry, computing, materials science, mili...
Implications of nanotechnology
The implications of nanotechnology extend from its medical, ethical, mental, legal and environmental applications, to fields such as engineering, biology, chemistry, computing, materials science...
The implications of nanotechnology extend from its medical, ethical, mental, legal and environmental applications, to fields such as engineering, biology, chemistry, computing, materials science...
Indicative limit value
In the law of the European Union, indicative limit values, more exactly indicative occupational exposure limit values (IOELVs), are human exposure limits to hazardous substances specified ...
In the law of the European Union, indicative limit values, more exactly indicative occupational exposure limit values (IOELVs), are human exposure limits to hazardous substances specified ...
Indoor air quality
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a term which refers to the air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants.
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a term which refers to the air quality within and around buildings and structures, especially as it relates to the health and comfort of building occupants.
Industrial noise
Industrial noise is usually considered mainly from the point of view of environmental health and safety, rather than nuisance, as sustained exposure can cause permanent hearing damage.
Industrial noise is usually considered mainly from the point of view of environmental health and safety, rather than nuisance, as sustained exposure can cause permanent hearing damage.
Inhalation exposure
Inhalation is a major route of exposure that occurs when an individual breathes in polluted air which enters the respiratory tract.
Inhalation is a major route of exposure that occurs when an individual breathes in polluted air which enters the respiratory tract.
J-J Hooks Barrier Connection System
J-J Hooks Barrier Connection System consists of metal hooks shaped like J's placed on either side of the barrier.
J-J Hooks Barrier Connection System consists of metal hooks shaped like J's placed on either side of the barrier.
J-J Hooks barrier connection system
J-J Hooks barrier connection system consists of metal hooks shaped like J's placed on either side of the barrier.
J-J Hooks barrier connection system consists of metal hooks shaped like J's placed on either side of the barrier.
Job Safety Analysis
Job Safety Analysis, also known as Job Hazard Analysis, Activity Hazard Analysis or Risk Assessment, is a safety management tool in which the risks or hazards of a specific job in the workplace ...
Job Safety Analysis, also known as Job Hazard Analysis, Activity Hazard Analysis or Risk Assessment, is a safety management tool in which the risks or hazards of a specific job in the workplace ...
Job safety analysis
Job safety analysis (JSA), also known as job hazard analysis (JHA), activity hazard analysis (AHA) or risk assessment (RA), is a safety management tool in which the risks or hazards of a specifi...
Job safety analysis (JSA), also known as job hazard analysis (JHA), activity hazard analysis (AHA) or risk assessment (RA), is a safety management tool in which the risks or hazards of a specifi...
John Stoke (physician)
John Charles Jamieson Stoke FFOM, FAFOM, FAFPHM, MCCM MBBS, DIH (1928–2000) was a pioneer in Occupational Medicine in New Zealand, with influence in the Asia/Pacific region.
John Charles Jamieson Stoke FFOM, FAFOM, FAFPHM, MCCM MBBS, DIH (1928–2000) was a pioneer in Occupational Medicine in New Zealand, with influence in the Asia/Pacific region.
Joseph LaDou
Joseph LaDou, M.D. (1938-), was a founding editor of the International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health.
Joseph LaDou, M.D. (1938-), was a founding editor of the International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Health.
Jury stress
Jury stress or juror stress refers to the physical and mental tension that affects members of juries.
Jury stress or juror stress refers to the physical and mental tension that affects members of juries.
Kazutaka Kogi
Kazutaka Kogi (born 1933) is a Japanese academic known for his contributions to simple, low-cost interventions in small manufacturing enterprises that improve the working conditions for the empl...
Kazutaka Kogi (born 1933) is a Japanese academic known for his contributions to simple, low-cost interventions in small manufacturing enterprises that improve the working conditions for the empl...
Latex allergy
Latex allergy is a medical term encompassing a range of allergic reactions to natural rubber latex.
Latex allergy is a medical term encompassing a range of allergic reactions to natural rubber latex.
Lead poisoning
Lead poisoning (also known as plumbism, colica Pictonum, saturnism, Devon colic, or painter's colic) is a medical condition caused by increased levels of the heavy metal ...
Lead poisoning (also known as plumbism, colica Pictonum, saturnism, Devon colic, or painter's colic) is a medical condition caused by increased levels of the heavy metal ...
Lead safe work practices
Mandated by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) standard 24 CFR Part 1330 (a) (4), Lead Safe Work Practices provide those performing remodeling task in homes bui...
Mandated by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) standard 24 CFR Part 1330 (a) (4), Lead Safe Work Practices provide those performing remodeling task in homes bui...
Lift table bellows
A lift table bellows (also known as lift table skirting) is a safety device that forms a protective barrier between the lift table operator and the equipment's moving parts.
A lift table bellows (also known as lift table skirting) is a safety device that forms a protective barrier between the lift table operator and the equipment's moving parts.
Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998
The Lifting Operations Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) are set of regulations created under the Health and Safety at Work etc.
The Lifting Operations Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998 (LOLER) are set of regulations created under the Health and Safety at Work etc.
Light curtain
Light curtains are opto-electronic devices that are used to safeguard personnel in the vicinity of moving machinery with the potential to cause harm such as presses, winders and palletisers.
Light curtains are opto-electronic devices that are used to safeguard personnel in the vicinity of moving machinery with the potential to cause harm such as presses, winders and palletisers.
Lockout-Tagout
Lockout-Tagout or lock and tag is a safety procedure which is used in industry and research settings to ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and not started up again prior ...
Lockout-Tagout or lock and tag is a safety procedure which is used in industry and research settings to ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and not started up again prior ...
Lockout-tagout
Lockout-tagout or lock and tag is a safety procedure which is used in industry and research settings to ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and not started up again prior ...
Lockout-tagout or lock and tag is a safety procedure which is used in industry and research settings to ensure that dangerous machines are properly shut off and not started up again prior ...
LOLI Database
The LOLI Database is an international chemical regulatory database developed and maintained by ChemADVISOR, Inc.
The LOLI Database is an international chemical regulatory database developed and maintained by ChemADVISOR, Inc.
Loma Linda University Occupational Medicine Center
The Loma Linda University Occupational Medicine Center is a patient-centered clinic that handles the occupational medicine needs of its parent organization, and those of local businesses in the ...
The Loma Linda University Occupational Medicine Center is a patient-centered clinic that handles the occupational medicine needs of its parent organization, and those of local businesses in the ...
Manual handling
Manual handling of loads (MHL), manual material handling (MMH) or manutention (in Australia) involves the use of the human body to lift, lower, fill, empty, or carry loads.
Manual handling of loads (MHL), manual material handling (MMH) or manutention (in Australia) involves the use of the human body to lift, lower, fill, empty, or carry loads.
Maquila Decree
The Maquila Decree, established in 1989, lays out the legal requirements for foreign operations in Mexico.
The Maquila Decree, established in 1989, lays out the legal requirements for foreign operations in Mexico.
Material safety data sheet
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), or Product Safety Data Sheet (PSDS) is an important component of product stewardship and workplace safety.
A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), or Product Safety Data Sheet (PSDS) is an important component of product stewardship and workplace safety.
Michael H. Belzer
Michael H. Belzer, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized expert on the trucking industry, especially the institutional and economic impact of deregulation.
Michael H. Belzer, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized expert on the trucking industry, especially the institutional and economic impact of deregulation.
Mine Rescue Chamber
A mine rescue chamber is an emergency shelter installed in underground environments.
A mine rescue chamber is an emergency shelter installed in underground environments.
Mining
Mining is the extraction of valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth, from an ore body, vein or seam.
Mining is the extraction of valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth, from an ore body, vein or seam.
Mold growth, assessment, and remediation
Mold assessment and mold remediation are techniques used in occupational health: mold assessment is the process of identifying the location and extent of the mold hazard in a structure, an...
Mold assessment and mold remediation are techniques used in occupational health: mold assessment is the process of identifying the location and extent of the mold hazard in a structure, an...
MSDS Author
MSDS Author is a service provided by supply chain materials management software company, Actio Corporation.
MSDS Author is a service provided by supply chain materials management software company, Actio Corporation.
National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health
The National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH) was established under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 to advise the Secretaries of Labor and Healt...
The National Advisory Committee on Occupational Safety and Health (NACOSH) was established under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 to advise the Secretaries of Labor and Healt...
National Day of Mourning (Canadian observance)
The National Day of Mourning is observed in Canada on 28 April.
The National Day of Mourning is observed in Canada on 28 April.
National Fire Fighter Near-Miss Reporting System
The National Fire Fighter Near-Miss Reporting System was launched on August 12th 2005 by the International Association of Fire Chiefs.
The National Fire Fighter Near-Miss Reporting System was launched on August 12th 2005 by the International Association of Fire Chiefs.
NSW OHS Regulation 2001 Chapter 6: Hazardous Substances
The Occupational Health and Safety Regulation 2001 (the Regulation) aims to support the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000 in achieving reductions in the incidence of workplace injuries and...
The Occupational Health and Safety Regulation 2001 (the Regulation) aims to support the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000 in achieving reductions in the incidence of workplace injuries and...
Nutec
Nutec AS is a Norwegian company working with security and preparedness for emergency exits, fire on oil rigs.
Nutec AS is a Norwegian company working with security and preparedness for emergency exits, fire on oil rigs.
Occupational Cancer Convention, 1974
Occupational Cancer Convention, 1974 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Occupational Cancer Convention, 1974 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Occupational exposure limit
An occupational exposure limit is an upper limit on the acceptable concentration of a hazardous substance in workplace air for a particular material or class of materials.
An occupational exposure limit is an upper limit on the acceptable concentration of a hazardous substance in workplace air for a particular material or class of materials.
Occupational fatality
An occupational fatality is a death that occurs while a person is at work or performing work related tasks.
An occupational fatality is a death that occurs while a person is at work or performing work related tasks.
Occupational Health and Safety Act NSW 2000
The Occupational Health and Safety Act NSW 2000 The NSW Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000, No 40.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act NSW 2000 The NSW Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000, No 40.
Occupational health nursing
Occupational health nurses (also referred to as industrial health nurses) provide most of the in-plant health care services in U.S. industry.
Occupational health nurses (also referred to as industrial health nurses) provide most of the in-plant health care services in U.S. industry.
Occupational health psychology
Occupational health psychology emerged out of two distinct applied disciplines within psychology, health psychology and industrial/organizational psychology, and occupational health.
Occupational health psychology emerged out of two distinct applied disciplines within psychology, health psychology and industrial/organizational psychology, and occupational health.
Occupational Health Services Convention, 1985
Occupational Health Services Convention, 1985 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Occupational Health Services Convention, 1985 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Occupational hygiene
Occupational hygiene is generally defined as the art and science dedicated to the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, communication and control of environmental stressors in, or arising from,...
Occupational hygiene is generally defined as the art and science dedicated to the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, communication and control of environmental stressors in, or arising from,...
Occupational injury
An occupational injury is bodily damage resulting from working.
An occupational injury is bodily damage resulting from working.
Occupational medicine
Occupational medicine is the branch of clinical medicine most active in the field of Occupational Health.
Occupational medicine is the branch of clinical medicine most active in the field of Occupational Health.
Occupational rehabilitation
Occupational Rehabilitation is the science and practices of returning injured workers to a level of work activity that is appropriate to their functional and cognitive capacity, both of which ar...
Occupational Rehabilitation is the science and practices of returning injured workers to a level of work activity that is appropriate to their functional and cognitive capacity, both of which ar...
Occupational safety and health
Occupational safety and health is a cross-disciplinary area concerned with protecting the safety, health and welfare of people engaged in work or employment.
Occupational safety and health is a cross-disciplinary area concerned with protecting the safety, health and welfare of people engaged in work or employment.
Occupational Safety and Health (Dock Work) Convention, 1979
Occupational Safety and Health (Dock Work) Convention, 1979 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Occupational Safety and Health (Dock Work) Convention, 1979 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994
The Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 is a piece of Malaysian legislation which was gazetted on 25 February 1994 by the Malaysian Parliament.
The Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994 is a piece of Malaysian legislation which was gazetted on 25 February 1994 by the Malaysian Parliament.
Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 1981
Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 1981 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Occupational Safety and Health Convention, 1981 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Occupational Safety and Health Professional Day
Occupational Safety and Health Professional (OSHP) Day recognizes the efforts and commitment of occupational safety, health and environmental professionals to protect people, property and the en...
Occupational Safety and Health Professional (OSHP) Day recognizes the efforts and commitment of occupational safety, health and environmental professionals to protect people, property and the en...
Occupational stress
Occupational Stress is stress involving work.
Occupational Stress is stress involving work.
Offices, Shops and Railway Premises Act 1963
The Offices, Shops and Railway Premises Act 1963 is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
The Offices, Shops and Railway Premises Act 1963 is an Act of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
Participatory ergonomics
Participatory ergonomics programs seek to maximize the involvement of the workers in this process based on the simple fact that a worker is an expert on his or her job.
Participatory ergonomics programs seek to maximize the involvement of the workers in this process based on the simple fact that a worker is an expert on his or her job.
PAT Testing
Portable Appliance Testing (commonly known as PAT or PAT Inspection or PAT Testing) is a process in the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia by which electrical appliances...
Portable Appliance Testing (commonly known as PAT or PAT Inspection or PAT Testing) is a process in the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia by which electrical appliances...
Personal Injury Service
Personal Injury Service may refer to the act of receiving or claiming compensation for work related injuries.
Personal Injury Service may refer to the act of receiving or claiming compensation for work related injuries.
Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992
The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 are set of regulations created under the Health and Safety at Work etc.
The Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 are set of regulations created under the Health and Safety at Work etc.
Personal Track Safety
Personal Track Safety is a system of safe working practices employed within the United Kingdom designed to ensure the safety of railway workers who have to work on the lineside.
Personal Track Safety is a system of safe working practices employed within the United Kingdom designed to ensure the safety of railway workers who have to work on the lineside.
Phenol-soluble modulin
Phenol-soluble modulins are a family of protein toxins that are soluble in phenols, that are produced by CA-MRSA, and which are thought to be the cause of severe infections.
Phenol-soluble modulins are a family of protein toxins that are soluble in phenols, that are produced by CA-MRSA, and which are thought to be the cause of severe infections.
PIACT
PIACT is an acronym for progamme developed by the International Labor Organization for improvement of occupational health and safety.
PIACT is an acronym for progamme developed by the International Labor Organization for improvement of occupational health and safety.
PIMEX
PIMEX is one of the so called video exposure monitoring methods which are used in occupational hygiene practise since their introduction in the mid-1980s.
PIMEX is one of the so called video exposure monitoring methods which are used in occupational hygiene practise since their introduction in the mid-1980s.
Pointing and calling
Pointing and calling is a method in occupational safety for avoiding mistakes by pointing at important indicators and calling out the status loud.
Pointing and calling is a method in occupational safety for avoiding mistakes by pointing at important indicators and calling out the status loud.
Portable Appliance Testing
Portable Appliance Testing is a process in the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia by which electrical appliances are routinely checked for safety.
Portable Appliance Testing is a process in the United Kingdom, New Zealand and Australia by which electrical appliances are routinely checked for safety.
Portable appliance testing
Portable appliance testing is a process in the United Kingdom,the Republic of Ireland, New Zealand and Australia by which electrical appliances are routinely checked for safety.
Portable appliance testing is a process in the United Kingdom,the Republic of Ireland, New Zealand and Australia by which electrical appliances are routinely checked for safety.
Positive psychology in the workplace
Implementing Positive Psychology in the Workplace means creating an environment that is relatively enjoyable and productive.
Implementing Positive Psychology in the Workplace means creating an environment that is relatively enjoyable and productive.
Prevention of Accidents (Seafarers) Convention, 1970
Prevention of Accidents (Seafarers) Convention, 1970 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Prevention of Accidents (Seafarers) Convention, 1970 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Prevention of Major Industrial Accidents Convention, 1993
Prevention of Major Industrial Accidents Convention, 1993 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Prevention of Major Industrial Accidents Convention, 1993 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Prevention through design
Prevention through design (PtD) is the concept of mitigating occupational hazards by "designing them out".
Prevention through design (PtD) is the concept of mitigating occupational hazards by "designing them out".
Principles of motion economy
The principles of motion economy form a set of rules and suggestions to improve the manual work in manufacturing and reduce fatigue and unnecessary movements by the worker, which can lead to the...
The principles of motion economy form a set of rules and suggestions to improve the manual work in manufacturing and reduce fatigue and unnecessary movements by the worker, which can lead to the...
Protection against Accidents (Dockers) Convention (Revised), 1932
Protection against Accidents (Dockers) Convention (Revised), 1932 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Protection against Accidents (Dockers) Convention (Revised), 1932 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Protection against Accidents (Dockers) Convention, 1929 (shelved)
Protection against Accidents (Dockers) Convention, 1929 (shelved) is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Protection against Accidents (Dockers) Convention, 1929 (shelved) is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Quantitative risk assessment software
Quantitative risk assessment (QRA) software and methodologies give quantitative estimates of risks, given the parameters defining them.
Quantitative risk assessment (QRA) software and methodologies give quantitative estimates of risks, given the parameters defining them.
Radiation dose reconstruction
Radiation dose reconstruction refers to the process of estimating radiation doses that were received by individuals or populations in the past as a result of particular exposure situations of co...
Radiation dose reconstruction refers to the process of estimating radiation doses that were received by individuals or populations in the past as a result of particular exposure situations of co...
Radiation Protection Convention, 1960
Radiation Protection Convention, 1960 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Radiation Protection Convention, 1960 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations
The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995, often known by the acronym RIDDOR is a 1995 Statutory Instrument of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 1995, often known by the acronym RIDDOR is a 1995 Statutory Instrument of the Parliament of the United Kingdom.
Risk and Safety Statements
Risk and Safety Statements, also known as R/S statements, R/S numbers, R/S phrases, and R/S sentences, is a system of hazard codes and phrases for labeling dangerous chem...
Risk and Safety Statements, also known as R/S statements, R/S numbers, R/S phrases, and R/S sentences, is a system of hazard codes and phrases for labeling dangerous chem...
Risk Information Exchange
The Risk Information Exchange (RiskIE) is a free Internet database tracking in-progress and recently completed chemical risk assessments and toxicity evaluations.
The Risk Information Exchange (RiskIE) is a free Internet database tracking in-progress and recently completed chemical risk assessments and toxicity evaluations.
Robens Report
Alfred Robens, Baron Robens of Woldingham CBE PC (18 December 1910 – 27 June 1999) was an English trade unionist, Labour politician and industrialist.
Alfred Robens, Baron Robens of Woldingham CBE PC (18 December 1910 – 27 June 1999) was an English trade unionist, Labour politician and industrialist.
Roof edge protection
Roof edge protection is fall protection equipment most commonly used during the construction of commercial buildings or residential housing.
Roof edge protection is fall protection equipment most commonly used during the construction of commercial buildings or residential housing.
Rope access
Rope access is a form of work positioning, initially developed from techniques used in climbing and caving, which applies practical ropework to allow workers to access difficult-to-reach locatio...
Rope access is a form of work positioning, initially developed from techniques used in climbing and caving, which applies practical ropework to allow workers to access difficult-to-reach locatio...
Safe Work Procedure
The term Safe Work Procedure (SWP) originated in Victoria, Australia and is predominately used as a Risk Management tool by industries throughout Australia, particularly in the mining sector.
The term Safe Work Procedure (SWP) originated in Victoria, Australia and is predominately used as a Risk Management tool by industries throughout Australia, particularly in the mining sector.
Safety and Health in Agriculture Convention, 2001
Safety and Health in Agriculture Convention, 2001 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Safety and Health in Agriculture Convention, 2001 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Safety and Health in Construction Convention, 1988
Safety and Health in Construction Convention, 1988 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Safety and Health in Construction Convention, 1988 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Safety and Health in Mines Convention, 1995
Safety and Health in Mines Convention, 1995 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Safety and Health in Mines Convention, 1995 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Safety Jackpot
Safety Jackpot is a commercially available gamecard based incentive program created in 1991 aimed at reducing workplace accidents.
Safety Jackpot is a commercially available gamecard based incentive program created in 1991 aimed at reducing workplace accidents.
Safety Provisions (Building) Convention, 1937
Safety Provisions (Building) Convention, 1937 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Safety Provisions (Building) Convention, 1937 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Safety school
A safety school is a training facility where safe operation is taught.
A safety school is a training facility where safe operation is taught.
Safety Services Company
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Safety Services Company is a a fraudulent company go and check out their better business bureau rating heres a quote directly from the bbb website.
Safety statement
Safety statement is the name given to the document that outlines how a company manages their health and safety in the Republic of Ireland, based upon the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005.
Safety statement is the name given to the document that outlines how a company manages their health and safety in the Republic of Ireland, based upon the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005.
Samuel Stockhausen
Samuel Stockhausen was a German physician in the mining town of Goslar.
Samuel Stockhausen was a German physician in the mining town of Goslar.
SENSOR-Pesticides
Sentinel Event Notification System for Occupational Risks (SENSOR)-Pesticides is a U.S. state-based surveillance program that monitors pesticide-related illness and injury.
Sentinel Event Notification System for Occupational Risks (SENSOR)-Pesticides is a U.S. state-based surveillance program that monitors pesticide-related illness and injury.
Seoul Declaration on Safety and Health at Work
On June 29, 2008, the XVIII World Congress on Safety and Health at Work signed the Seoul Declaration on Safety and Health at Work.
On June 29, 2008, the XVIII World Congress on Safety and Health at Work signed the Seoul Declaration on Safety and Health at Work.
Sifa
Sifa or the deadman's control system is a safety device in a train intended to bring the train automatically to a stop if the driver becomes incapacitated.
Sifa or the deadman's control system is a safety device in a train intended to bring the train automatically to a stop if the driver becomes incapacitated.
Sleeping while on duty
Sleeping while on duty or "sleeping on the job" refers to falling asleep while on the time clock or equivalent, or else while responsible for performing some active or passive job duty.
Sleeping while on duty or "sleeping on the job" refers to falling asleep while on the time clock or equivalent, or else while responsible for performing some active or passive job duty.
Specific inhalation challenge
The Specific Inhalation Challenge (SIC) is defined as a diagnosis tool to assess airway responsiveness to "sensitizing" substances as opposed to nonspecific stimuli such as pharmacological agen...
The Specific Inhalation Challenge (SIC) is defined as a diagnosis tool to assess airway responsiveness to "sensitizing" substances as opposed to nonspecific stimuli such as pharmacological agen...
Substitution of dangerous chemicals
Substitution of hazardous chemicals in the working environment is a method to a fundamental and continued improvement of occupational health by selection and development of alternative technical...
Substitution of hazardous chemicals in the working environment is a method to a fundamental and continued improvement of occupational health by selection and development of alternative technical...
Test and tagging
Test and tagging is a generic name given to the process of visually inspecting and electrically testing in-service electrical equipment for personal safety.
Test and tagging is a generic name given to the process of visually inspecting and electrically testing in-service electrical equipment for personal safety.
The Control of Noise at Work regulations 2005
The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 place a duty on employer's within Great Britain to reduce the risk to their employees health by controlling the noise they are exposed to whilst at work.
The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 place a duty on employer's within Great Britain to reduce the risk to their employees health by controlling the noise they are exposed to whilst at work.
Threshold limit value
The threshold limit value of a chemical substance is a level to which it is believed a worker can be exposed day after day for a working lifetime without adverse health effects.
The threshold limit value of a chemical substance is a level to which it is believed a worker can be exposed day after day for a working lifetime without adverse health effects.
Wet Bulb Globe Temperature
The Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) is a composite temperature used to estimate the effect of temperature, humidity, wind speed (wind chill) and solar radiation on humans.
The Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) is a composite temperature used to estimate the effect of temperature, humidity, wind speed (wind chill) and solar radiation on humans.
White Lead (Painting) Convention, 1921
White Lead (Painting) Convention, 1921 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
White Lead (Painting) Convention, 1921 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Wildfire
A wildfire is any uncontrolled fire in combustible vegetation that occurs in the countryside or a wilderness area.
A wildfire is any uncontrolled fire in combustible vegetation that occurs in the countryside or a wilderness area.
Wildfire suppression
Wildfire suppression refers to the firefighting tactics used to suppress wildfires.
Wildfire suppression refers to the firefighting tactics used to suppress wildfires.
Work accident
A work accident is a "discrete occurrence in the course of work, which leads to physical or mental harm".
A work accident is a "discrete occurrence in the course of work, which leads to physical or mental harm".
Work improvement in small enterprises
Work Improvement in Small Enterprises (WISE) is a practical progamme developed by the International Labor Organization for improvement of occupational health and safety conditions - in particula...
Work Improvement in Small Enterprises (WISE) is a practical progamme developed by the International Labor Organization for improvement of occupational health and safety conditions - in particula...
Work method statement
A work method statement, sometimes referred to as a safe work method statement or a safe work procedure, is a part of a workplace safety plan.
A work method statement, sometimes referred to as a safe work method statement or a safe work procedure, is a part of a workplace safety plan.
Work-life balance
Work–life balance is a broad concept including proper prioritizing between "work" (career and ambition) on one hand and "life" (Health, pleasure, leisure, family and spiritual development) on th...
Work–life balance is a broad concept including proper prioritizing between "work" (career and ambition) on one hand and "life" (Health, pleasure, leisure, family and spiritual development) on th...
Working Conditions (Hotels and Restaurants) Convention, 1991
Working Conditions (Hotels and Restaurants) Convention, 1991 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Working Conditions (Hotels and Restaurants) Convention, 1991 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Working Environment (Air Pollution, Noise and Vibration) Convention, 1977
Working Environment (Air Pollution, Noise and Vibration) Convention, 1977 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Working Environment (Air Pollution, Noise and Vibration) Convention, 1977 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Workmen's Compensation (Accidents) Convention, 1925
Workmen's Compensation (Accidents) Convention, 1925 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Workmen's Compensation (Accidents) Convention, 1925 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Workmen's Compensation (Occupational Diseases) Convention (Revised), 1934
Workmen's Compensation (Occupational Diseases) Convention (Revised), 1934 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Workmen's Compensation (Occupational Diseases) Convention (Revised), 1934 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Workmen's Compensation (Occupational Diseases) Convention, 1925
Workmen's Compensation (Occupational Diseases) Convention, 1925 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Workmen's Compensation (Occupational Diseases) Convention, 1925 is an International Labour Organization Convention.
Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992
The Workplace Regulations 1992 is a United Kingdom Statutory Instrument that stipulates general requirements on accommodation standards for nearly all workplaces.
The Workplace Regulations 1992 is a United Kingdom Statutory Instrument that stipulates general requirements on accommodation standards for nearly all workplaces.
Workplace revenge
Workplace revenge refers to the general action of purposeful retaliation within the workplace in an attempt to seek justice.
Workplace revenge refers to the general action of purposeful retaliation within the workplace in an attempt to seek justice.
Workplace safety
Workplace safety & health is a category of management responsibility in places of employment.
Workplace safety & health is a category of management responsibility in places of employment.
Workplace stress
Workplace stress is the harmful physical and emotional response that occurs when there is a poor match between job demands and the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker.
Workplace stress is the harmful physical and emotional response that occurs when there is a poor match between job demands and the capabilities, resources, or needs of the worker.
Workplace violence
Workplace violence refers to violence that originates from employees or employers and threatens employers and/or other employees.
Workplace violence refers to violence that originates from employees or employers and threatens employers and/or other employees.
Workplace wellness
Workplace wellness is a term used to describe workplace health promotion activities and organizational policies offered by employers to support healthy behavior in the workplace and to improve h...
Workplace wellness is a term used to describe workplace health promotion activities and organizational policies offered by employers to support healthy behavior in the workplace and to improve h...
Work–life balance
Work–life balance is a broad concept including proper prioritizing between "work" (career and ambition) on the one hand and "life" (Health, pleasure, leisure, family and spiritual development) o...
Work–life balance is a broad concept including proper prioritizing between "work" (career and ambition) on the one hand and "life" (Health, pleasure, leisure, family and spiritual development) o...
Work–life balance (United States)
Work–life balance is having enough time for work and enough to have a life thus the work life balance.
Work–life balance is having enough time for work and enough to have a life thus the work life balance.