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Academic occupational safety and health training programs

S L Morris1

  • 1Department of Environmental Health School of Public Health and Community Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle 98195.

Occupational Medicine (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|April 1, 1994
PubMed
Summary

Occupational safety and health, including industrial hygiene and occupational medicine, evolved significantly in the 20th century. This chapter details the growth of these specialties and their educational programs.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational safety and health
  • Workplace health and safety
  • Professional development in OSH

Background:

  • The 20th century saw increasing workplace demands influencing occupational safety and health.
  • Four core disciplines form the foundation of OSH: industrial hygiene, occupational safety, occupational medicine, and occupational health nursing.
  • Historical context is crucial for understanding the evolution of OSH practices.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To trace the historical development of key occupational safety and health disciplines.
  • To describe graduate and certification programs within these specialties.
  • To provide an overview of the growth of OSH throughout the 20th century.

Main Methods:

  • Historical analysis of occupational safety and health disciplines.
  • Review of graduate and certification program structures.
  • Examination of workplace evolution and its impact on OSH.

Main Results:

  • Significant growth and specialization occurred in industrial hygiene, occupational safety, occupational medicine, and occupational health nursing during the 20th century.
  • Educational pathways, including graduate and certification programs, were established for each specialty.
  • The development of these disciplines was driven by evolving workplace demands and safety concerns.

Conclusions:

  • The 20th century was a pivotal period for the professionalization and formalization of occupational safety and health.
  • Comprehensive educational programs are essential for advancing the practice of OSH.
  • Continued development in OSH is necessary to meet ongoing workplace challenges.

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