Paula Parks is an occupational health nurse in a large manufacturing plant. She believes that the protective equipment for noise pollution control in her plant violates federal standards

However, management staff will not follow up on her concern. From which governmental agency would she seek help in investigating this issue?
1. Civil Rights Commission
2. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
3. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
4. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)


ANS: 4

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