139 chapters · 1,217 sections in this title.
RSA 140:1 Public Policy
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Whereas the use of certain chemical and physical agents can be instrumental in the improvement of health, welfare, and productivity of the public if properly utilized, or may impair the industrial and agricultural potentials of this state and adversely affect the well-being of th…
RSA 140:2 Purpose
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It is the purpose of this chapter to implement the policies set forth in RSA 140:1 by providing for: I. Effective consultative service relative to the use of chemical or physical agents for the protection of the occupational and public health and safety. II. Promotion of an order…
RSA 140:3 Definitions
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In this chapter: I. "Chemical agent" means any element, molecule, compound, or mixture to which persons may be exposed through ingestion, inhalation, or absorption and which, at sufficiently high concentrations, may produce adverse effects. II. "Commissioner" means the commission…
RSA 140:4 Duties; Fees
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The commissioner shall, for the protection of the occupational and public health and safety: I. Develop and conduct comprehensive policies and programs for evaluation of hazards associated with the use of chemical or physical agents and for their amelioration. II. Develop and con…