Changing course ; OSHA'S new tack on safety and health audits will bring comfort and concern to employers

Article Abstract:

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration's new policy will do away with requests for voluntary self-audit reports and the use of audit information for a "willful" violation. Penalty reductions will be given to those who volunteer self-audits and correct problems promptly.

Safety and security measures, Employers

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2004: small safety improvements overshadowed by campaigns

Article Abstract:

A synopsis on some of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) initiatives on health and traffic safety issues in 2004 is presented.

Regulation and Administration of Transportation Programs, Highway Safety Programs, Traffic safety, 2004 AD

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Safety legislation abounds in Congress

Article Abstract:

The details of safety-related legislative bills and resolutions introduced in the 109th Congress, and the enactment of laws related to occupational safety and health, by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), are discussed.

Government domestic functions, Editorial, United States. Congress, Health policy

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