Legal Liability: A Guide for Safety and Loss Prevention Professionals » (1st Edition)

The Field Of Safety Is Not New To The Industry, But Professional Status Has Severely Changed. The Goal Of Every Safety Professional And Safety Programs Is To Be Proactive And To Identify Problems While Complying Within Safety Guidelines. This Text Clarifies In Answering Basic Questions About Legal Liability, How To Minimize, Prevent And Identify Legal Risks. Appendices, Case Studies And Sample Forms Are Also Included In This Helpful Resource.

Contents: Overview and History * OSHA Enforcement * OSHA Requirements * Employer s Rights * Managing an Effective Safety and Health Program * State Use of Criminal Sanctions for Workplace Injuries and Fatalities * OSHA Standards and Requirements * Pending Legislation and Trends * The Safety and Loss Prevention Professional and the ADA * Legal Liabilities Under Workers Compensation Laws * Protecting Your Organization or Company * Personal Liability for Safety and Health Professionals * Other Legal Considerations