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Company strategies and program for implementing ergonomics.

A Aarås1

  • 1Alcatel Telecom Norway A/S, Oslo, Norway. arne.aaraas@alcatel.no

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics : JOSE
|December 18, 2001
PubMed
Summary

This study examines the impact of environmental organization and budget allocation over three distinct periods. Establishing a dedicated environmental organization with a budget significantly influenced work environmental activity.

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Organizational Studies
  • Business Management

Background:

  • Workplace environmental management practices evolve over time.
  • Organizational structure and budget allocation are key factors in environmental initiatives.
  • Company restructuring can impact environmental management efforts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the evolution of work environmental activity across three distinct company periods.
  • To assess the influence of establishing a dedicated environmental organization and budget.
  • To evaluate environmental management in a decentralized company structure.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of company operations over three distinct periods.
  • Comparison of environmental activity based on organizational structure and budget availability.

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  • Qualitative review of environmental management practices.

    • Main Results:

    • A period without an environmental organization or budget showed minimal environmental activity.
    • Establishing an environmental organization with a dedicated budget led to a significant increase in environmental activity over 15 years.
    • Post-division, despite retaining an environmental organization, the absence of a separate budget correlated with reduced environmental activity.

    Conclusions:

    • A dedicated environmental organization and budget are crucial for sustained and effective workplace environmental management.
    • Company structure and financial commitment directly correlate with the success of environmental initiatives.
    • Decentralization without adequate financial resources can diminish environmental performance.