4. 16–4
The Supervisor’s Role in Safety
• Safety is not just a case of legal
compliance or humanitarianism.
• Safety is the employer’s responsibility.
• Safety starts with top management
commitment.
• Safety is an essential part of the on-site
supervisor’s job.
5. 16–5
Occupational Safety Law
Occupational Safety and Health Act
The law passed by Congress in 1970 to assure so
far as possible safe and healthful working
conditions and to preserve human resources.
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA)
The agency created within the Department of
Labor to set safety and health standards for
almost all workers in the United States.
6. 8–6
K E Y T E R M S
§ Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970
§ Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
§ Occupational illness
§ Citation
§ Unsafe conditions
§ Behavior-based safety
§ Burnout
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