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Laratonda, Elliot,

Occupational safety and health for the young professional / Elliot Laratonda. - ix, 322 pages : illustrations (black and white) ; 23 cm.

Includes index.

The occupational safety and health story and fundamental concepts
The Occupational Safety and Health Act and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping
Walking-working surfaces
Exit routes and emergency planning
Occupational noise exposure
Flammable liquids
Personal protective equipment (general requirements and eye, face, head, foot, and hand protection)
Respiratory protection
Permit-requited confined spaces
The control of hazardous energy (lockout tagout)
Fire protection
Powered industrial trucks
Cranes and slings
Machinery and machine guarding
Welding, cutting, and brazing
Electrical safety
Hazard communication
Postface: a hilarious bonus story

"Occupational Safety and Health for the Young Professional provides a compelling and comprehensive-yet easy-to-read-guide for students and aspiring professionals looking to work in the field of occupational safety and health (S&H). Each chapter will present information on key S&H ideas, principles, and regulations in an engaging manner

This book is a novel resource for students, professionals, and educators alike. Each chapter includes a fictional incident illustrating the importance of S&H in the workplace and encouraging the reader to learn about incident prevention programs. In addition, every chapter presents applicable OSHA regulations in a clear and concise review questions to reinforce key points"--

ISBN: 9781636710549 Mind Mover : ₱11,850.00

LCCN: 2022018626

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Industrial safety--Vocational guidance.

LC Class. No.: T55 / .L36 2022

Dewey Class. No.: 658.382 / L32 2022