Which was the first legislation that specifically required certain prevention programs for workers?
a. Occupational Safety and Health Act
b. NIOSH
c. Mine Safety and Health Act
d. SIC Code
ANS: C
The Mine Safety and Health Act was enacted in 1968. It was the first legislation that specifically required certain prevention programs for workers. The Occupational Safety and Health Act es-tablished OSHA and NIOSH to carry out the Act's purpose of ensuring "safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women." NIOSH examines potential hazards of new work technologies and practices. The SIC Code did not require certain protection programs for workers.
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