THE WORLD OF WORKER HEALTH & SAFETY

Several events have shaped the history of occupational safety and health. From the Monangah mining disaster in 1907 to the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire in 1911, workers have paid the ultimate price of dying and being injured on the job due to a lack of and/or lax safety standards.

Through the advocacy of several workers, worker organizations, unions, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (1971), and The Labor Occupational Safety & Health Program (LOSH) (1978), workplace injuries and fatalities have started to decrease.

With over 40 years offering courses to improve workplace safety & health conditions in Southern California, LOSH has established itself as an industry leader.

We invite you all to learn the rich history of occupational safety and health below to continue to educate yourself as a leader in workplace safety below.

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