Occupational Safety and Health

Occupational Safety and Health (also know as OSH) is overseen by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Their mission is to assure the safety and health of America's workers by setting and enforcing standards; providing training, outreach, and education; establishing partnerships; and encouraging continual improvement in workplace safety and health.

As well as containing information on:

• Occupational Safety and Health Act,

Covering in general all employers and employees in the United States, the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 aims to set standards to ensure a safe and healthy workplace.

• Safety and Health Management Systems

Why an effective safety and health program can make all the difference in preventing injuries and illnesses in the workplace.

• Hazard Prevention and Contol,

After hazards are identified, how can they be prevented and controlled? Click here to find out more.

this section also includes a large amount of information on Good Working Positions including:

• Awkward Postures
• Desks
• Chairs
• Keyboards
• Repetition