Occupational Safety
/ˌɒkjəˈpeɪʃənl ˈseɪfti/
Definitions
- (n.) The field of law and regulation concerned with the health and safety of employees in their workplace to prevent accidents and occupational illnesses.
The company implemented new occupational safety measures to comply with government regulations.
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Commentary
Occupational safety frequently overlaps with occupational health but focuses more specifically on preventing accidents and injuries in the workplace through legal and regulatory frameworks.
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