Improving worker safety and health in California
Official title: California Occupational Safety and Health Surveillance
Funded at Public Health Institute · NIH-10854696 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about making workplaces in California safer by keeping a close eye on health issues like breathing problems and pesticide-related illnesses, so that we can find better ways to protect workers and help them stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Public Health Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $605,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U60OH008468-19 |
| Project ID | NIH-10854696 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include workers in California who are exposed to occupational hazards, particularly in industries related to respiratory health and pesticide use.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not employed or those working in industries with minimal occupational health risks may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing California's occupational health surveillance program to better identify and address worker safety and health priorities. It involves monitoring trends over time and developing recommendations for prevention and intervention strategies. The program specifically targets areas such as occupational respiratory diseases and pesticide-related illnesses, aiming to improve overall workplace safety. By collaborating with various health organizations, the project seeks to implement effective public health practices to protect workers.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in workplace safety and health for California workers.
How similar studies have gone: Previous occupational health surveillance programs have shown success in improving worker safety and health outcomes, indicating that this approach is both tested and effective.
Where this research is happening
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Public Health Institute
Oakland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harrison, Robert J — Public Health Institute
- Study coordinator: Harrison, Robert J
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.