Many medium-to-large health systems are evolving their occupational medicine (employee health) programs to have registered nurses (RNs) or other licensed staff take on dual roles: providing traditional employee health services and actively managing workplace risk and safety programs. In these models, including Total Worker Health®, RNs not only handle immunizations,
We, as concerned occupational medicine professionals, strongly oppose the planned reduction of approximately 873 staff members at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)—nearly two-thirds of its workforce—as announced in recent federal restructuring plans. NIOSH’s work has been pivotal over the past decades in safeguarding the health, safety,
Title: Comprehensive Guide to Conducting a Job Demand Analysis for Occupational Health Professionals For many occupational health professionals, understanding the intricacies of job demand analysis (JDA) is crucial to creating an effective post-offer employment testing program. This guide provides a detailed overview of JDAs, offering insights into their importance and
Ensuring employee health and well-being was emphasized in a recent webinar titled “Innovative Approaches when Implementing Total Worker Health® Model,” presented by the National Association of Occupational Health Professionals (NAOHP). Let’s explore the insights shared by industry experts and see how innovative strategies can enhance total worker health. Understanding Total
Occupational health is a cornerstone of workforce well-being, ensuring that work environments are safe, healthy, and productive. The professionals who dedicate their careers to this field often work tirelessly behind the scenes. Recognizing and rewarding their achievements is vital, not only for validating their hard work but also for inspiring
Introduction Employee health programs in modern workplaces are evolving beyond traditional models to incorporate the Total Worker Health® (TWH) model as defined by NIOSH. This comprehensive approach aligns occupational safety with health promotion, viewing employee well-being holistically. Utilizing corporate health profile analytics from claims data forms the basis for identifying
Occupational medical providers must clearly understand OSHA’s recordable criteria, particularly when it comes to incidents of loss of consciousness. Not only does this knowledge ensure compliance and accurate recordkeeping, but it also significantly impacts workplace safety metrics and financial implications for employers. What Causes Loss of Consciousness at Work? Loss
When a worker is injured on the job, the official logging of the incident as an OSHA recordable case is not the only concern. Medical providers play a critical role in charting the best path for recovery, ideally including returning to work as safely and swiftly as possible. Here, we
In the ongoing series of OSHA recordables, today’s focus is on a tragic yet critical topic: deaths in the workplace. Understanding the OSHA reporting responsibilities, timing, and corrective actions is crucial for employers to ensure compliance and promote a safe working environment. OSHA Recordable Criteria What makes an injury OSHA
As occupational health professionals, mastering the intricacies of OSHA recordable criteria ensures compliance and fosters a safe workplace. One of the core components of these criteria is “Days Away from Work” (DAFW), which plays a significant role in evaluating workplace safety and impacting financial and operational outcomes for employers. This
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