Creating a program to improve workplace health and safety in Pennsylvania
Official title: Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Surveillance Program (PennOSHS)
Funded at Pennsylvania State Dept of Health · NIH-10877663 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is setting up a program in Pennsylvania to track and understand work-related injuries and illnesses so we can help keep workers safe and healthy, especially those who might need extra support.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State Dept of Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Harrisburg, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $76,170 |
| NIH project number | 5U60OH012280-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10877663 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include workers in various industries across Pennsylvania, particularly those in high-risk occupations such as manufacturing, construction, and healthcare.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not currently employed or those working in industries with minimal occupational health risks may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to establish the Pennsylvania Occupational Safety and Health Surveillance Program (PennOSHS), which will collect and analyze data on work-related injuries and illnesses across various industries in Pennsylvania. By identifying trends and areas of concern, the program seeks to inform public health initiatives and interventions aimed at reducing occupational health risks. The initiative will also focus on addressing health disparities related to occupational safety, ensuring that vulnerable worker populations receive the necessary support and resources. Through collaboration with public health practitioners and stakeholders, the program aims to create a sustainable infrastructure for ongoing monitoring and improvement of workplace health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce work-related injuries and illnesses, leading to safer workplaces and improved health outcomes for workers in Pennsylvania.
How similar studies have gone: Similar occupational health surveillance programs in other states have shown success in reducing workplace injuries and improving health outcomes, indicating that this approach is both tested and effective.
Where this research is happening
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Pennsylvania State Dept of Health
Harrisburg, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nair, Anil — Pennsylvania State Dept of Health
- Study coordinator: Nair, Anil
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.