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Using the Lean-Based Safety Leadership Framework to Improve Operational Efficiency and Reduce Occupational Risk: Evidence from a Case Study Cover

Using the Lean-Based Safety Leadership Framework to Improve Operational Efficiency and Reduce Occupational Risk: Evidence from a Case Study

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|Oct 2025

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Language: English
Page range: 108 - 117
Submitted on: Sep 4, 2025
Accepted on: Sep 9, 2025
Published on: Oct 8, 2025
Published by: Quality and Production Managers Association
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
Publication frequency: 1 issue per year

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