Employee Health and Safety
/ˌɛm.plɔɪ.iː hɛlθ ænd ˈseɪf.ti/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal and regulatory framework addressing the welfare, safety, and health standards required to protect employees in the workplace.
Employers must comply with employee health and safety laws to prevent workplace injuries.
Forms
- employee health and safety
- employee health and safeties
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Commentary
This term is primarily used in labor law and regulatory compliance contexts to delineate employer responsibilities and employee rights regarding safe work environments.
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