title: Environmental hazards in the workplace: legal and safety considerations.
abstract: Both the employer and the employee must work together to provide the best possible work environment. The occupational health nurse can facilitate the interaction and communication between these groups to protect the employer and the employee. The company must follow legal guidelines related to hazardous materials, and the employees must understand and adhere to the established policies and procedures developed for their safety. The nurse can help assure that each is protected.
authors.forename: E F
authors.initials: EF
authors.lastname: Mistretta
authors.forename: L
authors.initials: L
authors.lastname: Endresen
mesh_terms: D006266:Health Education; D006801:Humans; D016273:Occupational Exposure / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D009785:Occupational Health Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D009786:Occupational Health Services / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000458:organization & administration*; D016134:Organizational Policy