Sentences with phrase «prevent occupational injury»

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In the U.S., the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) oversees chemical and other facilities that deal with hazardous materials, making sure various «process safety» routines are followed so as to «prevent or minimize the catastrophic injury or death that could result from an accidental or purposeful release of toxic, reactive, flammable or explosive chemicals.»

Wire Side Chat: Stretch Break for Kids: Free Software Helps Prevent Computer - Related Injuries Karen Jacobs is a clinical professor of occupational therapy at Boston University, a board - certified professional ergonomist, and a recognized expert in the fields of occupational therapy and ergonomics.

In this Wire Side Chat, Dr. Karen Jacobs, a clinical professor of occupational therapy and a recognized expert in the fields of ergonomics, discusses Stretch Break for Kids, a free software program designed to help children avoid injuries associated with computer use, and offers tips for preventing repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) in kids.

Although employers are required under Occupational Safety and Health Administration («OSHA») regulations to ensure that walking surfaces are safe and to prevent falls from elevated equipment, slips, trips, and falls are among the most common causes of serious and fatal workplace injuries and deaths.

Responsible for putting safety first with an aspirational goal to prevent all injuries, occupational illnesses, and safety incidents.