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CASE STUDIES

Exploring the Effects of Cultural Variables in the Implementation of Behavior-Based Safety in Two Organizations

Alaina Bumstead Center for Behavioral Safety Research, Department of Psychology, University of Nevada-Reno, USA; University of Nevada, Reno Department of Psychology/MS 296, Reno, NV, 89557-0062, USA
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Thomas E. Boyce Center for Behavioral Safety Research, Department of Psychology, University of Nevada-Reno, USA; University of Nevada, Reno Department of Psychology/MS 296, Reno, NV, 89557-0062, USA
Pages 43-63 | Published online: 08 Sep 2008

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