University of MarylandHRMN 300: Human Resource ManagementWeek 6: Discussion & Learning ActivityPart A: Safety and Security in the WorkplaceDiscuss some of the common safety and security concerns in today's workplace. What are some important laws that may help organizations reduce risk? What are some strategies HR managers can develop to mitigate some of these issues? Use the resources provided to support your ideas.Part B: Employee and Labor RelationsOutline what legal and statutory protections are in place today to prevent worker abuse. Whatadditional protections are needed? What industries or jobs do you think could become the next fertile area for union organizing attempts?Hello Professor and Class!Part AAccording to UMGC (n.d.), the standard safety and security issues in today's workplace are working surfaces regulations, emergency or evacuation plans, exposure to noise, handling of hazardous materials, and personal protective equipment.Some of the essential laws that can help organizations to minimize risk at the workplace include the Occupational Safety and Health Act. The occurrence of violence in the workplace is a significant threat to most organizations. Hence, Human Resource (HR) unit must ensure the implementation of the Occupational Safety and Health Act guidelines is strictly adhered to by all members. Also, employees must be adequately trained on occupational safety to create awareness of the dangers associated with their job (UMGC, n.d.). The security of the employees can be further tightened with policy documentation to guide workers against violations.PART BUMGC (n.d.) reveals that activities in the workplace are regulated by Occupational Safety and Health Act. This regulation is put to check the supply of first aid, fire fighting equipment,and others through inspection to avoid violations in the work environment.According to Saylor (n.d.), union organizing attempts is an option for employees to come together towards a common goal such as safety and good working conditions. For instance, labor unions such as the Association of Flight Attendants (AFA), the Air Line Pilots Association (ALPA), and the Transport Workers Union are associations with a common goal of fighting for the welfare of their members.Saylor (n.d.) reveals that these associations can be formed and operated without interference in their negotiations by any organization. I am a flight attendant and recommend an upgrade in the Occupational Safety and Health of all flight attendants, both domestic and