Workplace Safety and Health

Delivering on the Nation’s promise: safety and health at work for all people through research and prevention
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Women’s Health at Work | Blogs
How much weight can a pregnant woman lift at work? The infographic visually depicts provisional recommended weight limits that NIOSH proposes most pregnant workers with uncomplicated pregnancies would be able to lift without increased risk of adverse maternal and fetal health consequences.
History of Alice Hamilton, MD | NIOSH
On Mother’s Day we recognize the Mother of Occupational Health & Safety, Alice Hamilton.
Thank You Truck Drivers! | Blogs
In honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, we want to thank all truck drivers for their hard work and dedication. Let’s help keep them safe and well! How can NIOSH share health info with #truckers?
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
NIOSH is proud to be part of National Public Health Week. Every day millions of workers in the U.S. face the risk of work-related injuries and illnesses. By protecting workers and their families, NIOSH contributes to the public health solution.
YouTube
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Kendra talks about how her environmental health studies and research experience led to a meaningful career in workplace safety and health at NIOSH.
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Check out the new, streamlined NIOSH homepage.
Closed Survey
NIOSH is conducting a survey of veterans to obtain information about barriers and facilitators to employment and the role that assistance animals can serve in the work life of veterans with physical and mental disabilities. Please take the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/W6T8J8C
Closed Survey
NIOSH is conducting a survey of veterans to obtain information about barriers and facilitators to employment and the role that assistance animals can serve in the work life of veterans with physical and mental disabilities. Please take the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/W6T8J8C
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Liz, Epidemiologist )
The Women in Science video series spotlights a few of NIOSH’s many talented and diverse female scientists.
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Tara, Epidemiologist)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Tara talks about how rewarding it is to see her research benefit workers.
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Kellie, Psychologist)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Kellie shares her journey to psychology and the satisfaction she gets knowing her research is helping workers.
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Deborah, Engineer)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Deborah talks about how she fell in love with Engineering and why she enjoys her job so much.
Science Speaks: Talking to Women in Science (Sudha, Medical Officer)
NIOSH Women in Science: through video Sudha shares how she made the jump from Neurosurgery to Occupational Medicine.