NIOSH Program Portfolio

Training Grants

Input: Economic Factors

Data presented by Liberty Mutual, American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) and other organizations show a direct link to improved safety programs and reduced workers’ compensation costs. A 2001 survey of business executives showed that 61% felt that for every dollar spent on health and safety, they saved $3 or more. These same executives felt that the benefits went beyond saving money; saving workers’ health was a major concern. NIOSH funds training programs to provide the qualified workforce to implement OSH programs and should provide the same rate of return and more over the life span of a career. This return is mitigated by the length of time spent in an OSH career.

NIOSH Program:

Training Grants

Program Description
Inputs
• Economic Factors
• National Research Agenda (NORA)
• NIOSH Strategic Goals
• Partners & Customers
• NIOSH Contacts
Activities
Outputs
• Publications
• Topic Pages
• Products
• Research to Practice
Outcomes
Review & Evaluation
• Program Review
• National Academies Evaluation