Accidents at Work-Accidents At Work Course

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This presentation by Dr. Margaret Hasek introduces occupational medicine and workplace injuries, focusing on the prevention, treatment, and management of occupational accidents and injuries. Occupational injuries result from workplace events such as slips, machinery accidents, and chemical exposures. Occupational medicine clinicians play a vital role in evaluating injuries, ensuring compliance with OSHA, and promoting worker health. Safety teams include clinicians, safety officers, human resources, and management, who collaborate to implement hazard assessments, controls, and safety training. Key preventive measures include job hazard analysis, ergonomic design, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and workplace wellness programs. High-risk industries include construction, healthcare, and manufacturing. Special attention is given to healthcare workers’ injuries, such as needle sticks, musculoskeletal disorders, infectious exposures, and workplace violence. Accurate reporting and documentation of injuries are essential. Overall, occupational medicine fosters a safer work environment by aligning clinical care with risk management, education, and regulatory compliance.

Keywords

occupational medicine

workplace injuries

injury prevention

OSHA compliance

personal protective equipment