NIOSH and It’s Direction and Programs The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the Occupational Safety an Health Administration (OSHA) were established by the Occupational Safety and Health Act passed by congress in 1970. NIOSH is a part of the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and is the only federally funded and controlled division responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work related illnesses and injuries. It is …showed first 75 words of 1473 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1473 total…After they have the readers attention NIOSH give its recommendations to increase safety, which include · Use seat belts if they are available · Report any damage problems noticed or occurring during your shift. · Do not jump from an overturning forklift. · Use extreme caution on grades and ramps. Additional recommendations are available but are too numerous to mention for the purpose of this example. Updates are brief publications that provide information on NIOSH findings and recommend preventativ