Training programs for improving workplace safety and health
Occupational Health and Safety Training Grant
This study is all about helping people learn how to make workplaces safer and healthier, so if you're a professional looking to improve safety and comfort on the job, this training at the University of Massachusetts Lowell is for you!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Massachusetts Lowell NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lowell, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10850516 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing occupational health and safety through training programs at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. It includes two main areas: Occupational Safety/Ergonomics and Occupational Epidemiology, aimed at educating professionals on identifying and evaluating workplace hazards. The program emphasizes designing safe and efficient work environments to promote health and sustainability. Participants will engage in comprehensive training that prepares them to implement effective safety measures in various occupational settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are professionals working in environments where occupational health and safety training is applicable.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently employed or are in occupations with minimal exposure to safety and health hazards may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and healthier workplaces, reducing the risk of occupational injuries and illnesses.
How similar studies have performed: Previous training programs in occupational health and safety have shown success in improving workplace conditions and reducing injury rates.
Where this research is happening
Lowell, United States
- University of Massachusetts Lowell — Lowell, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Buchholz, Bryan O — University of Massachusetts Lowell
- Study coordinator: Buchholz, Bryan O
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.