Using Behavioral Theory to Enhance Occupational Safety and Health: Applications to Health Care Workers

• Published in: American journal of lifestyle medicine Vol. 15; no. 3; pp. 269 - 278
• Main Authors: Guerin, Rebecca J., Sleet, David A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Los Angeles, CA SAGE Publications 01.05.2021
• Subjects: Analytic Review; health care industry; workplace safety and health; injury; behavior; occupational safety and health; theory

Work-related morbidity and mortality are persistent public health problems across all US industrial sectors, including health care. People employed in health care and social services are at high risk for experiencing injuries and illnesses related to their work. Social and behavioral science theorie...