Workplace Safety and Health

Delivering on the Nation’s promise: safety and health at work for all people through research and prevention
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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.
History of Alice Hamilton, MD | NIOSH
On Mother’s Day we recognize the Mother of Occupational Health & Safety, Alice Hamilton.
Obesity Can Take You Off The Road Infographic | NIOSH
Obesity can affect the livelihood of truck drivers.
Thank You Truck Drivers! | Blogs
In honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we want to thank all truck drivers for their hard work and dedication. Let’s help keep them safe and well! How can NIOSH share health info with #truckers?
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
National Institute for Occupational Safety & 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.
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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.
National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health | NIOSH
Check out the new, streamlined NIOSH homepage.
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 (Liz, Epidemiologist )
The Women in Science video series spotlights a few of NIOSH’s many talented and diverse female scientists.
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 (Kellie, Psychologist)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Kellie shares her journey to psychology and the satisfaction she gets knowing her research is helping 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.
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NIOSH Women in Science: through video Rebecca talks about how her adventures abroad steered her towards a career in Health Communication.
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Sara, Epidemiologist)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Sara talks about how her love of mystery books as a kid led to a career as a disease detective.
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Ag worker helping to bring in a squash crop.
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Liz, Epidemiologist )
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Liz shares her journey into epidemiology & explains the importance of research in protecting workers.
Natural Disasters and Extreme Weather Topics | NIOSH
NIOSH provides guidance on personal protective equipment for flood cleanup, earthquakes, fighting wildfires, extreme heat, etc.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
Find workplace safety and health photos available for public use on the NIOSH Flickr page
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Tara, Epidemiologist)
Women in Science. At the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), the mission of world-class research for preventing work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths engages talented scientists like this.
NIOSH Heat Stress Topic Page
Workers who are exposed to extreme heat or work in hot environments may be at risk of heat stress. Get the NIOSH Fast Facts!
Cold Stress | NIOSH
Workers who are exposed to extreme cold or work in cold environments may be at risk of cold stress. Get the NIOSH Fast Facts!
Falls in the Workplace | NIOSH
NIOSH Ladder Safety app for mobile devices. The app features a multimodal indicator and a graphic-oriented guide for ladder selection, inspection, positioning, accessorizing, and safe use.
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Workplace Violence Prevention for Nurses Training. The purpose of this course is to help healthcare workers better understand the scope and nature of violence in the healthcare workplace.
Your work affects your health. 2010 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) Occupational Health Supplement (OHS) results describe how.
Happy N95 Day! A Guide to N95 Resources | Blogs
The Facts take on the Myths in this new NIOSH infographic on N95 respirators!
CDC - Mining - One Hundred Years of Federal Mining Safety and Health Research - NIOSH
One Hundred Years of Federal Mining Safety and Health Research (1910-2010) http://go.usa.gov/27GC
History of Alice Hamilton, MD | NIOSH
History of Alice Hamilton, M.D. (February 27, 1869 - September 22, 1970) Occupational Safety and Health. http://go.usa.gov/27pR