Improving workplace health and safety in Montana
Official title: Montana Occupational Health and Safety Surveillance Program
Funded at Montana Department of Labor and Industry · NIH-10877668 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The Montana Occupational Health and Safety Surveillance program is working to make workplaces safer by gathering information about injuries and illnesses on the job, so they can find ways to prevent these issues and help keep everyone healthy at work.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Montana Department of Labor and Industry NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Helena, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2021 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $87,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U60OH010902-09 |
| Project ID | NIH-10877668 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 Montana who may be at risk for occupational health issues.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not employed or do not work in environments where occupational health risks are present may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Montana Occupational Health and Safety Surveillance (MOHSS) program aims to enhance workplace safety by collecting and analyzing data on occupational health indicators. This program identifies trends in workplace injuries and illnesses, guiding prevention efforts and informing policies to reduce risks. Through collaboration with various agencies, MOHSS seeks to improve the quality of health data and develop effective strategies for occupational health improvement across the state. The program's outputs include reports and recommendations that can lead to safer work environments.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in Montana.
How similar studies have gone: Similar occupational health surveillance programs have shown success in improving workplace safety and health outcomes in other regions.
Where this research is happening
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Montana Department of Labor and Industry
Helena, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bender, Aaron Matthew — Montana Department of Labor and Industry
- Study coordinator: Bender, Aaron Matthew
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.