Document ID (ISN) | 104595 |
CIS number |
06-40 |
ISSN - Serial title |
1076-2752 - Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine |
Year |
2003 |
Convention or series no. |
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Author(s) |
Landsbergis P.A. |
Title |
The changing organization of work and the safety and health of working people: A commentary |
Bibliographic information |
Jan. 2003, Vol.45, No.1, p.61-72. Illus. 128 ref. |
Abstract |
Recent trends in the organization of work may affect worker health through a variety of pathways: by increasing the risk of stress-related illnesses, such as cardiovascular disease, musculoskeletal disorders, and psychological disorders, by increasing exposure to hazardous substances and violence on the job, or by affecting occupational health services and training programs. Much remains to be learned about the nature of changes in work organization, and how they affect worker health and safety. While available evidence is limited, such evidence suggests that recent trends in work organization may be increasing the risk of occupational illnesses. This article summarizes a publication on the subject by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) (see CIS 03-583) and provides commentary and additional reviews of the literature. |
Descriptors (primary) |
work organization; stress factors; conditions of work; state of health |
Descriptors (secondary) |
literature survey; telecommuting; occupational accidents; older workers; occupational diseases; new technologies; temporary employment; mental workload; hours of work; women; cardiovascular diseases; home work |
Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
Country / State or Province | USA |
Subject(s) |
Generalities
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Broad subject area(s) |
General safety, health and conditions of work
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Browse category(ies) |
Mental stress and burnout Telework Older workers
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