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The success of occupational safety and health programs correlates with management commitment. Management's commitment to safety and health programs will help remove obstacles that correlate with the program's implementation. It will also help safety professionals identify and establish priorities. In addition, a strong commitment by management will promote credibility to the program and the power to carry out various tasks and responsibilities.
Publication Name: Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0891-1797
Year: 1999
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Companies can carry out a job-safety analysis program to achieve an injury-free workplace. Job-safety analysis, which is a process to design and develop safe work practices and procedures, supports a step-by-step procedure that workers can follow and determine possible hazards. In addition, job-safety analyses can help safety professionals accommodate various concerns related to process changes, review methods and job risks.
Publication Name: Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0891-1797
Year: 1999
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Travel smart, travel safely: there's no shortage of hazards for international business travelers
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Employers should become aware of the many risks faced by business travelers. These include back pain caused by frequent flying, automobile accidents which often result from travelers rushing to their destinations in unfamiliar cars and roads and the risks of using unlicensed taxis or local carriers in foreign countries. Employers should also consider the workers' compensation coverage for employees injured abroad.
Publication Name: Safety & Health
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0891-1797
Year: 1998
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