Match each scenario with the government agency it involves.
Tiles
Environmental Protection Agency
Occupational Health and Safety Organization
Food and Drug Administration
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Dwayne’s company has clearly marked
each container to indicate what chemical
it contains and the threat it poses.
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Ryan’s new car is certified to meet
federal emission standards.
arrowBoth
Lisa finds that her favorite brand
of yogurt has been taken off the
shelf after the company ordered
a recall.
arrowBoth
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The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) laws are set to provide workers with safe working environments and protect then on the job. The objective of the OSHA is to prevent occurrence of injuries, illness and fatal accidents at workplaces. It further identifies the roles and responsibilities of workers and employers in events of an incident. Employers are required to insure containers that carry toxic substances are well labeled and marked.

The Environmental Protection Agency is an agency in the United States established in 1970 with a sole mission of protecting human and environmental health. The agency forms standards and laws that promote the health of people and the well-being of the environment.EPA has a program called the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System that regulates the discharge of pollutants. Ryan’s new car should be certified to ensure it meets federal emission standards.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) agency in the U.S has authority from the congress to carry the inspection, testing, approval and setting of standards for foods, drug , chemical s and medical devices. It has the power to prevent untested products from entering the market and get sold. It further seizes products and sues the responsible parties for law violation. Lisa’s brand was removed from the market by FDA instructions.