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Risk Management – ALARA

ALARA is an acronym for “As Low As Reasonably Achievable.” It is a guiding principle in risk management, particularly in fields where individuals are exposed to potentially hazardous conditions, such as radiation protection, environmental safety, and occupational health. The ALARA principle aims to minimize risks to levels that are as low as reasonably practical, balancing

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ESO vs. WERE

A significant distinction in the new OSHA 1910.156 Emergency Response Standard is the difference between an ESO organization and a WERE employee. In the context of the OSHA Emergency Response Standard (29 CFR 1910.120), the terms “WERE” and “ESO” refer to different roles within emergency response operations: WERE (Workplace Emergency Response Employee): This term typically

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