Workplace Safety Laws
/ˈwɜrkpˌleɪs ˈseɪfti lɔz/
Definitions
- (n.) Statutory and regulatory provisions designed to ensure the health and safety of employees in the workplace.
Workplace safety laws require employers to implement measures preventing employee injury.
Forms
- workplace safety laws
- workplace safety law
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Commentary
Workplace safety laws often integrate both federal regulations and state statutes; drafters should specify jurisdiction to avoid ambiguity.
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