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Occupational hazard

Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-003515

A risk of harm or injury inherent in a particular job or work environment. These dangers can range from physical risks, such as exposure to dangerous machinery or chemicals, to psychological stressors. Employers have a legal duty to mitigate occupational hazards to the extent feasible, often mandated by safety regulations and industry standards.

Table 1. Record
IdentifierMLC-T-LAW-003515
FieldLaw
Record as JSON 
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  "term": "Occupational hazard",
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  "definition": "A risk of harm or injury inherent in a particular job or work environment. These dangers can range from physical risks, such as exposure to dangerous machinery or chemicals, to psychological stressors. Employers have a legal duty to mitigate occupational hazards to the extent feasible, often mandated by safety regulations and industry standards.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/occupational-hazard/"
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