Improving Global Worker Health and Safety Through Collaborative Capacity Building Initiatives

Many economically developing countries and nations without robust occupational hygiene (OH) educational programs suffer from a shortage of qualified occupational hygienists, leading to higher rates of workplace injury, illness, and fatality. Improving Global Worker Health and Safety Through Collaborative Capacity Building Initiatives outlines a range of capacity-building projects in OH and highlights the experiences of occupational hygienists working abroad. It also addresses the special needs of informal workers and the challenges of creating university curricular guidelines for OH, building competency, and increasing capacity.

Format: Hardback
Length: 214 pages
Publication date: 03 August 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Numerous economically emerging nations and countries lacking robust occupational hygiene (OH) educational programs face a critical shortage of qualified occupational hygienists, leading to alarmingly higher rates of workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. Moreover, this lack of adequate support also results in substantial damage to valuable infrastructure, the environment, and public health. To address this pressing issue, Improving Global Worker Health and Safety Through Collaborative Capacity Building Initiatives presents a comprehensive range of capacity building projects in OH. Furthermore, it delves into detailed accounts of occupational hygienists engaging in international work and tackling specialized global topics, such as exploring how global trade agreements shape the practice and policy within OH. The book also sheds light on the unique challenges faced by informal workers who lack traditional employers and the complexities involved in developing university curricular guidelines for OH, fostering competency, and enhancing capacity. Additionally, this text serves as a valuable resource for experienced professionals involved in international OH-capacity building initiatives and future directions.

Key Features:
1. Emphasizes the global significance and importance of occupational hygienists.
2. Outlines the importance of knowledge and collaboration through networking.
3. Offers case studies on real-world situations and problems.

This text is highly valuable for professionals and graduate students specializing in occupational health and safety and public health. By fostering understanding and collaboration, it contributes to the improvement of worker health and safety worldwide.

Weight: 496g
Dimension: 161 x 241 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367459185