Health and Safety in Small IndustryThis easy-to-use new manual guides managers and specialists of small and medium size companies who must comply with State/Federal regulations-to protect both companies and their employees. This practical guide examines new areas of hazardous waste handling and toxic catastrophe prevention, provides responsibilities of federal and state agencies and information sources, and outlines medical, safety, worker education, and industrial hygiene programs-and the resources available to evaluate and correct workplace hazards. |
Contents
Overview of Occupational Safety and Health | 1 |
Occupational Legislation | 9 |
Environmental Legislation | 41 |
Employee Safety and Health | 61 |
Sources of Information and Assistance | 105 |
New Jersey Office of Small Business Assistance | 128 |
Resources for Chapter Two | 139 |
Common terms and phrases
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