Environmental Economics, Sustainable Development, Mechanical, Reference, Business Development, Mechanical Engineering 

Known for its comprehensive coverage, this text covers all aspects of occupational safety and health in today’s global workplace.  Appropriate for safety management, engineering and technology programs, the book follows a logical sequence that provides a historical perspective and overview, covers the laws and regulations, discusses the human element, examines hazard assessment, prevention, and control, and covers management of safety and health. This edition features updated OSHA standards and contemporary topics such as safety culture, safety’s role in global competitiveness, workplace violence, natural disasters and terrorism. Some new features include:   All OSHA standards, as well as those of other regulatory agencies, were updated Chapter 4:  Added a new section on the “Emerging Role of Safety Professionals Chapter 9:  Added a new section on the safety professional’s role in product recalls Chapter 15:  Added a new section on practical prevention measures for reducing slip and fall hazards and a new checklist for enhancing vision protection - from Amzon