Identifying Personal Risk Factors for Falls in the Workplace

被引:1
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作者
Lurati, Ann Regina [1 ]
机构
[1] Calif State Univ Monterey Bay, 100 Campus Ctr, Seaside, CA 93955 USA
关键词
chronic illnesses; return to work; disability case management; occupational hazards; occupational health and safety team; occupational injuries;
D O I
10.1177/2165079916686592
中图分类号
R47 [护理学];
学科分类号
1011 ;
摘要
Falls can occur in any occupational setting. Occupational health professionals may focus on creating a safe work environment and training programs to prevent falls. However, an important aspect of safety management is identifying at-risk employees. The purpose of this article is to identify personal risk factors and offer interventions to prevent falls in the workplace.
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