An investigation of instructional practices which promote occupational safety and health.

An investigation of instructional practices which promote occupational safety and health. Int J Occup Saf Ergon. 2019 Aug 20;:1-28 Authors: Threeton MD, Kwon K, Fleck JA, Ketchem B, Farzam L Abstract In order to promote insight on providing secure teaching and learning environments within schools, this study sought to: (a) explore instructional practices utilized by educators to promote occupational safety and health (OSH) and hearing protection within career and technical education (CTE) programs; and (b) identify what barriers may exist, which prevent instructors from teaching OSH and hearing protection. Utilizing a focus group methodology, this research examined automotive and diesel technology instructors within an Eastern U.S. State. Upon analysis, safety appears to be a priority to participants in this study. However, the results suggested areas in need of improvement. The conclusions would be useful to occupational safety and health professionals, workforce development educators and leaders interested in application of enhanced occupational safety and health practices. PMID: 31431144 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics - Category: Occupational Health Tags: Int J Occup Saf Ergon Source Type: research