Feasibility of Implementing a Total Worker Health ® Intervention During the COVID-19 Pandemic in Small and Medium Businesses: Results From the Carolina PROSPER Study
Year: 2023
Type: article
Abstract: OBJECTIVE: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic's disruptive effect on employers and workers, an interdisciplinary team launched the Carolina Promoting Safe Practices for Employees' Return study to assess the feasibility of providing tailored technical assistance to small and medium North Carolina businesses using a Total Worker Health (TWH) ® approach. METHODS: Feasibility of the approach was assessed via surveys and interviews of business representatives from four participating businesses ranging in size from 3 to 110 employees. RESULTS: The TWH approach is feasible, that is, in demand, practical, and acceptable to protect and promote worker safety, health, and well-being. Potential challenges include implementation cost, difficulty engaging all employees, and difficulty accessing tailored health and safety materials in a timely manner. CONCLUSIONS: Additional refinement and testing of the TWH approach postpandemic with more worksites is warranted.
Institutions: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, North Carolina State University, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Center for Construction Research and Training, Geosyntec Consultants (United States), North Carolina General Assembly
Language: English
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
Award: G6387046137
OpenAlex ID: W4385647828