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Fire and Life Safety Program
Definition:
A plan implemented by businesses and other organizations to protect constituents (employees, building occupants, etc.) from fire and other hazards which are immediately hazardous to life.
Abutment
Definition:
The lateral supporting structure of an arch, bridge or similar pressure; that part of a pier or wall from which an arch springs, specifically the support at either end of an arch, beam or bridge; that part of a structure which takes the thrust of a beam, arch, vault, truss or girder; the part of a bridge that supports the end of the span and prevents the bank from sliding under it; a foundation that carries gravity and also thrust loads.
Inspections
Definition:
Periodic audits of the workplace environment, including equipment, chemicals, building structure, documented procedures, records, and employee knowledge of job requirements and hazards.
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