OccHealthSci November 2024 Newsletter
- Shaun McGillis
- Dec 2, 2024
- 3 min read
The latest news, updates, and events from OccHealthSci
Professional Development
University of Washington & OSHA Training Institute for Region Ten
Principles of Ergonomics
December 9-11, 2024
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In-person: Portland Oregon
Principles of Ergonomics covers the use of ergonomic principles to recognize, evaluate, and control workplace conditions that cause or contribute to musculoskeletal and nerve disorders. Course topics include work physiology, anthropometry, musculoskeletal disorders, use of video display terminals, and risk factors such as vibration, temperature, material handling, repetition, and lifting and patient transfers in health care.
OccHealthSci Training Programs
Workplace Mental Health Support Training for Managers
The Workplace Mental Health Support Training for Managers is a unique training course, designed specifically for leaders and has proven to deliver measurable results that have a lasting impact on employee mental health within organizations like yours.
From now until Dec. 31, 2024, OccHealthSci is offering the training at reduced rates:
Public/Non-Profit Organizations residing in Oregon: Free - usually $100/seat
Public/Non-Profit Organizations outside of Oregon: $50/seat - usually $100
Commercial Organizations: $75/seat - usually $150
Additionally, the price for larger organizations with their own learning management system is now $25,000. This option allows you access to the complete training for unlimited use for up to 5 years. Email supportiveworkplaces@ohsu.edu for more information.
OccHealthSci Sponsored Programs
Oregon Healthy Workforce Center
The Oregon Healthy Workforce Center recently published its 2024 Annual Report. The annual report highlights Center research, impact, and the many ways in which the Oregon Healthy Workforce Center supports the health, safety and well-being of the workforce in Oregon and beyond.
Learn more about the Oregon Health Workforce Center, including interventions to improve worker health and other resources, current and past research projects, and other resources.
Occupational Public Health/OR-FACE Programs
The Oregon Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (OR-FACE) Program recently published a fatality investigation report that examines contributing factors and lessons learned from a lumber mill employee who was fatally struck by a forklift. This report offers best practice recommendations to help prevent this kind of incident from reoccurring.
Learn more about OR-FACE, including our fatality investigations and toolbox talks, by visiting our website. To download and receive new publications including investigative reports and other OR-FACE publications, please join our mailing list.
OccHealthSci Research, Blog and Events
Stay up to date on the latest basic, clinical, and applied research at OccHealthSci, and learn about our partnerships and community engagement at the Oregon and the Workplace blog.
From the blog
Recipients of the 2023 W. Kent and Billie F. Anger Impact Awards for Research
The Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences has named the recipients of the prestigious W. Kent and Billie F. Anger Impact Awards for Research. Professor Emily (Yueng-hsiang) Huang, Ph.D. is the recipient of the Impact Award for Applied Research. Associate Professor Saurabh Thosar, Ph.D. received the impact award Impact Award for Basic/Clinical Research. Read more about this year’s Anger Impact Award recipients.
Work around the clock: How work hours induce social jetlag and sleep deficiency
A recent article co-authored by Institute affiliate faculty member Dr. Andrew McHill explores the detrimental effects of shift work and irregular schedules on sleep and health. The authors discuss common practices like late-night work and early start times, which contribute to sleep disruption. McHill et. al. advocate for improved sleep hygiene and recovery strategies, such as melatonin use, to mitigate the adverse health outcomes associated with disrupted circadian rhythms. Read the full paper.
Upcoming Event
Working Well Webinar Series
The Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences invites you to join us for Working Well, a webinar series that highlights unique and shared challenges impacting workers across industries.
Protecting Oregon’s Workforce: Policy Landscape for Workers and Employers
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Noon – 1:00 p.m. Registration is free and open to all
Oregon is recognized as a national leader in developing innovative legislation and policies that protect the health and safety rights of workers. This webinar will kick off a series of focused discussions that will explore the intended and unintended consequences of recent Oregon laws such as paid family leave, hospital staffing requirements, and overtime for agriculture workers. Get your free tickets here.
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