Labour market · 11/09/2007

Request for Comments on Ergonomics for the Prevention of Musculoskeletal Disorders: Guidelines for Shipyards

The U.S. Department of Labor is seeking public input on its draft guidelines for preventing musculoskeletal disorders in shipyards, with comments available on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) website and through its publications office.

Original source language: Federal Register — Occupational Safety and Health AdministrationOpen original release →

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