Full Description
The purpose of this text to provide a "one stop" source for safety professionals to acquire a general knowledge regarding not only the OSH Act but also laws and standards which impact the safety profession on a daily basis. The safety professional today does not work in a vacuum and decision-making can be impacted by a myriad of other laws. This new book will be the safety professional's "go to" text to acquire a quick understanding of the particular law potentially impacting his/her daily activities.
Features
Includes safety laws as well as human resource laws
Presents new OSHA whistleblower actions
Encompasses updated contractor requirement under Wage and Hour laws
Covers new NLRA decisions and actions
Addresses e-commerce and social media issues involving the safety function
Contents
Occupational Safety and Health Act. OSHA Standards, Violations and Actions. Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission. OSHA Enforcement and Whistleblower Protections. OSH Act Hearing and Reviews. Anti-discrimination Laws. Family and Medical Leave Act. Americans With Disabilities Act. Federal Wage and Hour Laws. National Labor Relation Act. Unemployment Laws. Workers Compensation Laws. e-Commerce, Social Media and Privacy Laws. Retirement and Welfare laws. Guns and Grass in the workplace.
