Test 1; Chapters 12, 4, and 6

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)

Arm of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention specifically responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related injury and illness

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)

Part of the United States Department of Health and Human Services that works with worldwide, state, and local health agencies to protect the public from health threats.

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

federal government agency that sets and enforces safety and health standards for workers

human resource department

group of people assigned to handle various responsibilities related to employment.

flammable

having the potential to ignite easily and burn rapidly

identity theft

illegal use of another's name and personal information to open accounts, make purchases, or commit fraud.

first aid

immediate, temporary treatment given to an ill or injured person before proper medical help arrives

workers' compensation

insurance against loss of income from work-related accidents paid to workers after they are injured or become ill during work.

blind ad

job advertisement that does not include the name of a company or contact person.

green job

job that helps sustain or improve the environment

safety conscious

knowing job hazards and taking appropriate steps to avoid accidents

National Safety Council

leading advocate for safety and health in the United States

letter of application

letter written to an employer to apply for a job.

appearance

outward impression given to people, involving facial expressions, posture, the clothes you wear, and personal grooming.

disability

permanent injury

reference

person who knows you well and is willing to discuss your personal and job qualifications with employers.

attitude

person's outlook on life that reflects how he or she feels and thinks about other people and situations.

informational interview

planned meeting in which a job applicant learns more about an occupation from a person employed in that job area.

work-related hazard

possible dangers or unsafe conditions in the workplace

mock interview

practice interview conducted by a friend, family member, or other adult with business experience.

ergonomics

science of examining motions and how to perform them properly

material safety data sheet (MSDS)

sheet of information on the specific hazards involved and procedures for their safe use

video résumé

short one- to three-minute video presentation used to reinforce the material presented on a résumé.

falling hazard

source of potential injuries from slipping or falling

lifting hazard

source of potential injury from improperly lifting or carrying items

material-storage hazard

sources of potential injury that come from the improper storage of files, books, or office equipment

networking

talking with people and establishing relationships that can lead to more information or business.

workplace violence

violent acts or threatening behavior that occur in the workplace or at a company function

job-search website

website designed to find job openings posted at a variety of locations.

portfolio

well-organized collection of materials that provides evidence of one's qualifications.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Government agency formed for the purpose of protecting the environment

Universal Precautions

Steps designed to help prevent the spread of infection

I-9 Form

document used to verify an employee's identity and verify that he or she is authorized to work in the United States.

citation

a summons to appear in court

follow-up message

brief correspondence written in business form to thank the interviewer for his or her time.

résumé

brief history of a person's education, work experience, and other qualifications for employment.

personal fact sheet

brief written summary of key facts that helps a person write letters of application, prepare job résumés, and fill out application forms.