ANSI/ASSE Z590.3, “Prevention Through Design:
Guidelines for Addressing Occupational Risks in Design and Redesign Processes”
has been approved. The new standard provides guidance on including prevention
through design concepts within an occupational safety and health management
system. It focuses on the avoidance, elimination, reduction and control of
occupational safety and health hazards and risks in the design and redesign
process. It also provides guidance for life-cycle assessments and a design
model that balances environmental and occupational safety and health goals over
the life span of a facility, process or product. Look for the new standard
soon in print and digital format. Read
more here.
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