Workplace Safety Standards

Definition

These are rules and regulations set by the government to ensure a safe working environment for employees. They cover aspects like health hazards, use of safety equipment, emergency procedures, etc.

Analogy

Think of workplace safety standards as the seatbelts and airbags in your car. Just as these features protect you while driving, workplace safety standards protect employees from potential harm at work.

Related terms

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): This is a federal agency responsible for enforcing laws related to workplace safety and health.

Workers' Compensation: A form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment.

Ergonomics: The study of people's efficiency in their working environment. It involves designing or arranging workplaces so that they fit the people who use them.