Occupational health
Occupational health refers to the identification and control of the physical, chemical, biological, and ergonomic factors in the workplace that can cause disease or injury. These factors can be controlled through a combination of engineering, medicine, and management.
Definition[edit | edit source]
Occupational health is a multidisciplinary field of healthcare concerned with enabling an individual to undertake their occupation, in the way that causes least harm to their health. It aligns with the promotion and maintenance of the highest degree of physical, mental and social well-being of workers in all occupations by preventing departures from health, controlling risks and the adaptation of work to people, and people to their jobs.
History[edit | edit source]
The history of occupational health was initially focused on industrial hygiene and the prevention of dust diseases such as silicosis and pneumoconiosis. However, as the Industrial Revolution progressed, the issues of health and safety at work became increasingly complex and important. This led to the development of the modern discipline of occupational health.
Occupational health services[edit | edit source]
Occupational health services are provided by a variety of organizations, including government agencies, private businesses, and non-profit organizations. These services include health surveillance, health promotion, disease prevention, and rehabilitation.
Occupational diseases[edit | edit source]
Occupational diseases are illnesses or disorders that are caused by exposure to hazardous substances or conditions in the workplace. These diseases can range from minor irritations to serious illnesses that can lead to disability or death.
Occupational health and safety[edit | edit source]
Occupational health and safety is a discipline with a broad scope involving many specialized fields. In its broadest sense, it aims at the promotion and maintenance of the highest degree of physical, mental and social well-being of workers in all occupations.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Occupational safety and health
- Occupational medicine
- Occupational disease
- Occupational hygiene
- Occupational psychology
References[edit | edit source]
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