The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970

question 37

Multiple Choice

The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970:

• A) calls for safety and health inspections of all organizations, no matter how big or small
• B) requires all employers to record occupational accidents and illnesses
• C) made OSHA responsible for establishing and enforcing occupational safety and health standards
• D) does not require employers to record minor employee injuries that require only first aid and don't involve medical treatment
• E) is accurately described by all of the above

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Definitions:

Strategy of Attrition

A military strategy aiming to wear down the enemy to the point of collapse through continuous losses in personnel and material.

Free Fire Zones

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Détente

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Southern Strategy

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