The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Lifting Equation is referenced in ergonomic guidelines. What is NIOSH's regulatory role compared to OSHA's?
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A
NIOSH sets and enforces workplace safety standards with citation authority
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B
NIOSH conducts research and makes recommendations, while OSHA sets and enforces standards
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C
NIOSH and OSHA share equal enforcement authority over ergonomic hazards
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D
NIOSH regulates research laboratories while OSHA covers all other workplaces