ABSTRACT

An examination of the safety laws and regulations, particularly in the areas of labor and employment, this book provides a working knowledge of the impacts, requirements, and implications of safety professionals' actions and inactions as related to state and federal laws. It presents information on an issue-by-issue basis and delineates the basics of the issue; identifies the applicable law or regulation; and presents possible solutions to achieve and maintain compliance while achieving the safety objective. The book covers conflicts between laws and regulations and includes case law and reference points.

chapter 1|6 pages

Labor, Management, and Safety

chapter 2|12 pages

At-Will Employment and Exceptions

chapter 3|8 pages

Labor Law and Safety

chapter 4|4 pages

NLRB and Labor-Management Relations

chapter 5|6 pages

Collective Bargaining

chapter 6|4 pages

Contract Administration

chapter 7|8 pages

Title VII and Antidiscrimination Laws

chapter 8|6 pages

Age Discrimination

chapter 9|6 pages

Wage and Hour Laws

chapter 10|6 pages

Federal Retirement and Welfare Laws

chapter 11|6 pages

Privacy Laws

chapter 12|6 pages

Family and Medical Leave Act and Safety

chapter 13|12 pages

Americans with Disabilities Act and Safety

chapter 14|6 pages

OSHA Inspections and Defenses

chapter 15|4 pages

New Cases, Laws, and Legislation