McNiven Construction Ltd.is influenced by a variety of elements from the internal environment.On the other hand,which of the following appears to be derived from the external environment of the company?

A) safety regulations
B) employment policies
C) safety practices
D) competencies of employees

Safety regulations are typically set by government or industry bodies outside of the company and are therefore considered to be an external environmental factor. Employment policies, safety practices, and competencies of employees are all factors that are more directly influenced by factors within the company's internal environment.