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Tim Walberg: Our goal should be to prevent workplace accidents before they happen, not simply shame an employer once a tragedy has…

On the recordFebruary 14, 2011
Our goal should be to prevent workplace accidents before they happen, not simply shame an employer once a tragedy has occurred on the job site.
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Tim Walberg
Republican · Michigan

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Walberg emphasizes the importance of prevention over punishment in workplace safety.

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