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Occupational Safety and Health for Technologists, Engineers, and Managers David L. Goetsch

Occupational Safety and Health for Technologists, Engineers, and Managers By David L. Goetsch

Occupational Safety and Health for Technologists, Engineers, and Managers by David L. Goetsch

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Occupational Safety and Health for Technologists, Engineers, and Managers Summary

Occupational Safety and Health for Technologists, Engineers, and Managers by David L. Goetsch

Known for its comprehensive coverage, this text covers all aspects of occupational safety and health in today's global workplace. Appropriate for safety management, engineering and technology programs, the book follows a logical sequence that provides a historical perspective and overview, covers the laws and regulations, discusses the human element, examines hazard assessment, prevention, and control, and covers management of safety and health. This edition features updated OSHA standards and contemporary topics such as safety culture, safety's role in global competitiveness, workplace violence, natural disasters and terrorism. Some new features include:

  • All OSHA standards, as well as those of other regulatory agencies, were updated
  • Chapter 4: Added a new section on the Emerging Role of Safety Professionals
  • Chapter 9: Added a new section on the safety professional's role in product recalls
  • Chapter 15: Added a new section on practical prevention measures for reducing slip and fall hazards and a new checklist for enhancing vision protection

    • About David L. Goetsch

    David L. Goetsch is Vice President of Northwest Florida Sate College and professor of safety, quality, and environmental management. He also administers the state of Florida's Center for Manufacturing Competitiveness that is located on this campus. In addition, Dr. Goetsch is president and CEO of the Institute for Organizational Excellence (IOE), a private consulting firm dedicated to the continual improvement of organizational competitiveness, safety, and quality. Dr. Goetsch is cofounder of The Quality Institute, a partnership of the University of West Florida, Northwest Florida State College, and the Okaloosa Economic Development Council

    Table of Contents

    Part 1 Historical Perspective and Overview

    1. Safety and Health Movement, Then and Now

    2. Accidents and Their Effects

    3. Theories of Accident Causation

    4. Roles and Professional Certifications for Safety and Health Professionals

    5. Safety, Health, and Competition in the Global Marketplace

    Part 2 Laws and Regulations

    6. The OSH Act, Standards, and Liability

    7. Workers' Compensation

    8. Accident Investigation and Reporting

    9. Product Safety and Liability

    Part 3 The Human Element

    10. Ergonomic Hazards: Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) and Cumulative Trauma Disorders

    11. Stress and Safety

    12. Safety and Health Training

    13. Violence in the Workplace

    Part 4 Hazard Assessment, Prevention, and Control

    14. Mechanical Hazards and Machine Safeguarding

    15. Falling, Impact, Acceleration, Lifting, and Vision Hazards

    16. Hazards of Temperature Extremes

    17. Pressure Hazards

    18. Electrical Hazards

    19. Fire Hazards and Life Safety

    20. Industrial Hygiene and Confined Spaces

    21. Radiation Hazards

    22. Noise and Vibration Hazards

    23. Computers, Automation, and Robots

    24. Blood borne Pathogens in the Workplace

    Part 5 Management of Safety and Health

    25. Preparing for Emergencies and Terrorism

    26.Ethics and Safety

    27.Hazard Analysis Prevention and Safety Management

    28. Promoting Safety

    29.Environmental Safety and ISO 14000 (Environmental Management)

    30.Total Safety Management in a Quality Management Setting

    31. Establishing a Safety-Friendly Corporate Culture

    Additional information

    CIN013700916XG
    9780137009169
    013700916X
    Occupational Safety and Health for Technologists, Engineers, and Managers by David L. Goetsch
    David L. Goetsch
    Used - Good
    Hardback
    Pearson Education (US)
    20100415
    768
    N/A
    Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
    This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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