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Part I. After reading Chapters 1, 2, 3 & 4,( Occupational Safety and Health, 8th Edition, D. L. Goetsch. ) please answer the following questions. (26 points)

To what cause(s) can the improvements in workplace safety made to date be attributed? [3 points]

1. Explain the significance of the Code of Hammurabi in terms of the safety movement. [3 points]
2. Explain the difference between RSI and carpal tunnel syndrome. [3 points]
3.  Explain the reasons for high accident rates in developing countries. [3 points]
4. Explain the systems failure component of the accident/incident theory. [3 points]
5.  What are the key components of the epidemiological theory and how does their interaction affect accident causation? [4 points]
6. How can safety and health managers use the competitiveness issue to gain a commitment to their programs? [4 points]
7. List five different college majors that can lead to a career as a safety and health manager. [3 points]

Part II. Research the following workplace health and safety issues. Make sure to cite your sources in APA style.  (14 points)

1. What are some basic steps we can take to ensure our offices are safe for employees? [2 points]
2. Most companies provide sharps containers for diabetic employees? [2 points]
3. Should a company provide over the counter medications to its employees?  [2 points]
4. Some companies have had some vandalism in the employee bathrooms.  What can we do to stop this? [2 points]
5. How can you ensure a company maintains the confidentiality of employees personal data?  [2 points]
6. Can an employer ask for employees what type of medication they are taking and why? [2 points]
7. Are companies required to comply with FBI or local police requests for information? [2 points]