2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 50: Employment Law
Article 9: Occupational Health and Safety, 50-9-1 through 50-9-25
Section 50-9-2: Purpose.
50-9-2. Purpose.
It is the purpose of the Occupational Health and Safety Act [50-9-1 NMSA 1978] to assure every employee safe and healthful working conditions by providing for:
A. the establishment of occupational health and safety regulations applicable to places of employment in this state;
B. the effective enforcement of the health and safety regulations;
C. education and training programs for employers and employees in recognition of their responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act and advice and assistance to them about effective means of preventing occupational injuries and illnesses; and
D. appropriate job-related accident and illness reporting procedures that will help achieve the objectives of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
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