Improving occupational health and safety education and research in North Carolina
North Carolina Occupational Safety and Health Education and Research Centers
This study is all about improving safety training for workers at three universities in North Carolina, especially to help them adapt to changes from the COVID-19 pandemic, so that future leaders can better protect workers' health and prevent injuries on the job.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10869855 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing occupational health and safety (OHS) education and training programs at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Duke University, and North Carolina State University. It aims to address the evolving needs of workers, especially in light of changes brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has impacted work conditions and worker health. The project seeks to train future leaders in OHS and promote worker well-being by preventing occupational illnesses and injuries through high-quality education and research initiatives.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include workers in various industries, especially those in essential and underserved sectors.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently employed or are not involved in occupations that expose them to health and safety risks may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health and safety standards for workers, reducing the incidence of occupational injuries and illnesses.
How similar studies have performed: Other research initiatives focused on occupational health and safety education have shown success in improving worker outcomes, indicating that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Nylander-French, Leena a — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Nylander-French, Leena a
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 below.