Abstract
The enactment of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970 led to significant changes in US workplaces, with the efforts of the OSHA playing a vital role in lowering work-related fatalities, injuries, and illnesses. However, millions of workers still get injured each year, with thousands dying as a result. Reducing the current number of injuries and deaths will require OSHA modernization. Effectively modernizing OSHA requires resources, a revised standard-setting process, more inspectors, higher civil and criminal penalties, comprehensive coverage for all workers, and enhanced protection for whistleblowers. To reduce work-related injuries and illnesses, it is crucial to reevaluate the importance of worker safety. Issues such as COVID-19 and mental health underscore the need to update OSHA and incorporate technology into health, safety, and wellness training. Showing flexibility, adopting a growth mindset, and making behavioral changes can ensure that each employee leaves work in the same physical and mental health condition as when they started. As a result, this study explores the necessary improvements for modernizing OSHA safety training.
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Public Health Policies and Practices
KEYWORDS
Technology, Adaptation, Wellness, Health, Safety Training, Construction Industry, Modernization, OSHA
