NIOSH Control Ontology
type: Ontology
abstract: This ontology defines the sets of owl classes to be used to instantiate Controls
contributor: Junli Liang
contributor: Nick McDonald
contributor: Rob Brennan
created: 2024-05-15
modified: 2024-05-15
publisher: openark.adaptcentre.ie
rights: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
source: NIOSH Control Ontology
preferred namespace prefix: arkNIOSH
version info: 0.1
introduction: This ontology defines the sets of owl classes to be used to instantiate Controls

Administrative Controls
type: Class
created: 2024-05-15
creator: Nick McDonald
subclass of: NIOSHControls
definition: Administrative controls change the way work is done or give workers more information by providing workers with relevant procedures, training, or warnings. They’re often used together with higher-level controls.

Elimination
type: Class
created: 2024-05-15
creator: Nick McDonald
subclass of: NIOSHControls
definition: Elimination makes sure the hazard no longer exists. Most effective method

Engineering Controls
type: Class
created: 2024-05-15
creator: Nick McDonald
subclass of: NIOSHControls
definition: Engineering controls reduce exposure by preventing hazards from coming into contact with workers. They still allow workers to do their jobs, though.

NIOSH Controls
type: Class
created: 2024-05-15
creator: Nick McDonald

Personal protective equipment
type: Class
created: 2024-05-15
creator: Nick McDonald
subclass of: NIOSHControls
definition: Personal protective equipment (PPE) includes clothing and devices to protect workers. PPE needs constant effort and attention (including proper use and training) from workers. Higher-level controls aren’t always feasible, and PPE might be needed in conjunction with other control measures. Least effective contols.

Substitution
type: Class
created: 2024-05-15
creator: Nick McDonald
subclass of: NIOSHControls
definition: Substitution means changing out a material or process to reduce the hazard.