Work

The Interplay of Workplace Redesign and Public Policy in the 21st Century

Year: 2021

Type: article

Abstract: The increase in artificial intelligence and robotics, albeit an important tool for reducing occupational injuries, can contribute to workers' psychological stress and job insecurity.2Job insecurity leads to economic insecurity, food insecurity, and negative psychological and physical outcomes. [...]we need national policies to provide basic health care, family care, shelter, and food assistance to mitigate the impact of these stressors on workers and their families. [...]targeting working conditions and identifying redesign strategies for reducing workplace stress are suggested and effective approaches for addressing social determinants of health. Total Worker Health goes beyond traditional occupational safety and health by addressing the interaction of personal, work-related, and broader societal and economic risk factors in understanding the key issues that affect worker safety, health, and well-being. [...]it expands beyond physical safety hazards to incorporate psychosocial hazards, such as work-life stress,8 that directly affect worker well-being.

Source: American Journal of Public Health

DOI: 10.2105/ajph.2021.306368

Author: Leslie B. Hammer

Institution: Oregon Health & Science University

Language: English

Topic: Workplace Health and Well-being

Subfield: General Health Professions

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: green

Funder: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health