Research Notes on Occupational Health
Occupational health strives to protect the safety, health and welfare of people in the workplace.1 Occupational health problems can occur in the workplace or because of the type of work an individual performs.2 These problems can include repetitive motion disorders, hearing problems caused by unsafe levels of noise exposure, illnesses caused by exposure to unsafe substances, among others.2 Attention to job safety and accident prevention practices can improve occupational health and reduce the risks of problems.2
Fast Facts:
- Employee assistance programs can help employees resolve personal problems that may be adversely impacting their work performance.3
- Employees who participate in worksite-based health promotion programs experience better health, decreased absenteeism, improved morale, and increased productivity.4
- Water and air testing, respiratory protection and ergonomics programs are common occupational health initiatives.5
Top Resources on Occupational Health
- MedlinePlus: Occupational Health (May 14, 2008)
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration: Publications
- Occupational Health & Safety: Safety Checklists
- World Health Organization: Occupational Health
- Federal Occupational Health: Improving the Health, Safety, and Productivity of the Federal Workforce
- Wikipedia: Occupational Safety and Health
Research Notes References
- ↑ Wikipedia: Occupational Safety and Health
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MedlinePlus: Occupational Health
- ↑ Federal Occupational Health: Employee Assistance Program
- ↑ Federal Occupational Health: Occupational Health Center Services
- ↑ Federal Occupational Health: Improving the Health, Safety, and Productivity of the Federal Workforce
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