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Area IV. Topic G. Security
Introduction
The world will never be the same following September 11, 2001. In response to the events at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and numerous anthrax scares–government officials are working to protect citizens from acts of terrorism. Many federal and state government agencies are developing guidelines related to bio/chemical terrorism for businesses and the general public.
Terrorism presents a new workplace hazard. Typically we know what the hazards of the workplace are, and we know how to protect workers against known risks. However, the hazards of terrorism are not a part of the workplace–they are unexpected and they may be unknown. When dealing with the unexpected a cooperative effort is essential. (Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act MIOSHA)
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Workplace Resource Security Guide
Disclaimer: This material is for training purposes only. Its purpose is to inform employers of best practices in occupational safety and health and general OSHA compliance requirements. This material is not, in any way, a substitute for any provision of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 or any standards issued by OSHA.
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