OSHA Vocabulary

2. An unplanned event that results in injury or property damage
3. Federal agency that conducts research and makes recommendations for workplace safety
4. injury A sudden injury that is typically caused by a specific event
6. injury A work-related injury or illness that must be documented on the OSHA 300 log
11. Aid Immediate care given to an injured person before professional help arrives
12. injury An injury caused by repeated trauma or overuse
13. The chance of injury or illness occurring due to a hazard
14. A source of potential harm or adverse health effect
15. Federal agency that regulates workplace safety and health
16. Injury, damage, or harm that results from a workplace event
17. A workplace event that could have caused injury or damage
18. Person An individual who is capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards
20. Meeting the legal requirements set by OSHA or other agencies
21. of Federal Regulations The codification of rules published by federal agencies
23. A sudden event causing great damage, such as a fire or collapse

1. Actions Steps taken to fix safety violations or hazards
5. A time of intense difficulty, often involving safety or emergency response
7. A person who works for an employer
8. Register The official daily publication for rules, proposed rules, and notices of federal agencies
9. Codes Classification codes for industries in North America
10. Agency responsible for enforcing mine safety regulations
11. Aid Case A minor injury that requires basic treatment but not professional medical care
12. injury An injury that develops over time due to repetitive stress or exposure
19. Medical Board A panel that evaluates employee health-related cases (may vary by organization)
22. 300 Log A record of work-related injuries and illnesses