Define Health and Safety

question 52

Essay

Define health and safety. Identify the main workplace health and safety issues that concern employers, and any legal responsibility they have for providing a healthy and safe workplace.

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Definitions:

Columbus

An Italian explorer who completed four voyages across the Atlantic Ocean, opening the way for the widespread European exploration and colonization of the Americas.

Earth

The third planet from the Sun, uniquely known for its vast oceans, atmosphere conducive to life, and diverse ecosystems.

African Enslavement

The historical period during which people of African descent were forcibly taken from their homes and sold into slavery, primarily in the Americas.

War Captives

Individuals captured during armed conflicts, who may be held for leverage, exchange, or punishment, and their treatment is often subject to international laws and conventions.