Workplace Safety and Health
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Delivering on the Nation’s promise: safety and health at work for all people through research and prevention
Women’s Health at Work | | Blogs
How much weight can a pregnant woman lift at work? The infographic visually depicts provisional recommended weight limits that NIOSH proposes most pregnant workers with uncomplicated pregnancies would be able to lift without increased risk of adverse maternal and fetal health consequences.
NIOSH - Alice Hamilton Awards: History of Alice Hamilton, MD
On Mother’s Day we recognize the Mother of Occupational Health & Safety, Alice Hamilton.
Preventing Skin Cancer | | Blogs
Nearly 5 million people are treated for skin cancer each year in the U.S. Outdoor workers need to be aware of sun safety. More info at Call to Action to Prevent Skin Cancer
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
NIOSH is proud to be part of National Public Health Week. Every day millions of workers in the U.S. face the risk of work-related injuries and illnesses. By protecting workers and their families, NIOSH contributes to the public health solution.
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Kendra, Industrial Hygienist)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Kendra talks about how her environmental health studies and research experience led to a meaningful career in workplace safety and health at NIOSH.
Closed Survey
NIOSH is conducting a survey of veterans to obtain information about barriers and facilitators to employment and the role that assistance animals can serve in the work life of veterans with physical and mental disabilities. Please take the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/W6T8J8C
Closed Survey
NIOSH is conducting a survey of veterans to obtain information about barriers and facilitators to employment and the role that assistance animals can serve in the work life of veterans with physical and mental disabilities. Please take the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/W6T8J8C
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Tara, Epidemiologist)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Tara talks about how rewarding it is to see her research benefit workers.
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Deborah, Engineer)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Deborah talks about how she fell in love with Engineering and why she enjoys her job so much.
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Sudha, Medical Officer)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Sudha shares how she made the jump from Neurosurgery to Occupational Medicine.