Abstract
Occupational health and safety programmes aim to prevent diseases and injuries arising out of, linked with or occurring in the course of work, while improving the quality and safety of care, safeguarding the health workforce and promoting environmental sustainability in the health sector.
This guide provides an overview of the key elements of occupational health and safety programmes for health workers at national, subnational and facility levels, as well as advice for the development and implementation of such programmes.
This resource is found in our Actionable Strategies for Health Organizations: Ensuring Physical & Mental Health (Occupational Safety) AND Ensuring Workers' Physical and Mental Health (Strengthen Occupational Safety and Health Policies).
