Other OSHA does not have a regulatory standard for heat stress. Recently, OSHA initiated a new outreach using a heat index instead of the historical WBGT measurements (see http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/heatillness/heat_index/index.html). Is this a better way to evaluate and protect against heat stress? Should OSHA have a regulation instead of an educational outreach? Why or why not? […]
Other What are the minimum content requirements for a written respiratory protection program according to OSHA? Give some specific examples of how OSHA would have an employer apply these to a specific material in a work environment that contains a very hazardous chemical such as lead dust (i.e. lead is contained in the pigment powders […]
Other In order to do understand and develop a sociological imagination, we must be able to see a social problem from many perspectives. This is the goal of our first discussion. For example, experts are warning us about the dangers of obesity, a problem for both individuals and society. While some may suggest obesity is […]
Other In order to do understand and develop a sociological imagination, we must be able to see a social problem from many perspectives. This is the goal of our first discussion. For example, experts are warning us about the dangers of obesity, a problem for both individuals and society. While some may suggest obesity is […]