Avoiding Confrontation With OSHA on Ergonomics: An Attorney's Advice

Avoiding Confrontation With OSHA on Ergonomics: An Attorney's Advice

Over the past 10 years, OSHA has targeted ergonomic issues as a primary focus of enforcement activities. According to Roger Freeman, an attorney with Davis, Graham and Stubbs, costly confrontations can be avoided. Freeman recommends the following: 1. Set expectations at a level the company can affor...

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Veröffentlicht in:Professional safety 1994-01, Vol.39 (1), p.37-37
1. Verfasser: MONTANTE, WILLIAM M.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
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Compliance
Conflict
Employees
Ergonomics
Federal regulation
Fines & penalties
Occupational health
Occupational safety
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Zusammenfassung:Over the past 10 years, OSHA has targeted ergonomic issues as a primary focus of enforcement activities. According to Roger Freeman, an attorney with Davis, Graham and Stubbs, costly confrontations can be avoided. Freeman recommends the following: 1. Set expectations at a level the company can afford to meet. 2. Provide training to employees. 3. Have an open door policy. 4. Keep meticulous records.
ISSN:0099-0027
2163-6176