Maintenance
Maintenance noun - The act or activity of keeping something in an existing and usually satisfactory condition.
Occupation and maintenance are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Occupation" instead a noun "Maintenance".
Occupation
Occupation noun - The activity by which one regularly makes a living.
Maintenance and occupation are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Maintenance" instead a noun "Occupation".
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On the other hand, with proper ventilation, mining practices, maintenance, and protective equipment, coal mining is a quite safe occupation.
Source: Made of Explodium
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