Improving worker safety and health in Southern California
Southern California Education and Research Center
This study is all about making workplaces safer and healthier by training professionals in fields like medicine and nursing, and it's designed for anyone interested in improving worker safety and well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10868418 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research initiative focuses on enhancing occupational safety and health through a collaborative effort between UC Irvine and UCLA. It includes various programs aimed at training professionals in occupational medicine, nursing, industrial hygiene, and epidemiology. The center also provides continuing education for current practitioners and engages new researchers through specialized training programs. By addressing workforce equity and productivity, the initiative seeks to create a safer work environment for all.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include workers in Southern California who are exposed to occupational hazards or are involved in occupational health and safety.
Not a fit: Patients who are not employed or are not involved in industries related to occupational health may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in workplace safety and health standards, benefiting workers across various industries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in occupational safety and health has shown success in improving workplace conditions and health outcomes, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jones, Rachael Mary — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Jones, Rachael Mary
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.