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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
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12/19/1996
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Alternative Title:NIOSH
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Description:VISION STATEMENT -- Delivering on the nation's promise: Safety and Health at work for all people -- Through Research and Prevention.
NIOSH is the acronym for the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, a Federal agency established by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. NIOSH is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and is responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related illness and injuries. The Institute's responsibilities include the following:
• Investigating potentially hazardous working conditions as requested by employers or employees Evaluating hazards in the workplace, ranging from chemicals to machinery
• Creating and disseminating methods for preventing disease, injury, and disability
• Conducting research and providing scientifically valid recommendations for protecting workers
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