NIOSH
NIOSH
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is the United States federal agency responsible for conducting research and making recommendations for the prevention of work-related injury and illness. NIOSH is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
History[edit | edit source]
NIOSH was established by the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. Its mission is to develop new knowledge in the field of occupational safety and health and to transfer that knowledge into practice.
Functions[edit | edit source]
NIOSH conducts scientific research, develops guidance and authoritative recommendations, disseminates information, and responds to requests for workplace health hazard evaluations. NIOSH provides leadership to the occupational safety and health community and contributes to the reduction of workplace diseases, injuries, and deaths.
Research[edit | edit source]
NIOSH conducts research on all aspects of occupational health and safety ranging from diseases to injuries to the promotion of health and well-being. Some of the areas of research include respiratory disease, hearing loss, dermatological conditions, and musculoskeletal disorders.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Occupational safety and health
- Occupational disease
- Occupational injury
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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