In 1952, the Society of Automotive Engineers initiated a revolutionary event in biomechanics – The First Annual Stapp Conference. Various scholars in diverse fields, including engineering, physics, and medicine, came together to contemplate how crashes impact the realm of biomechanics. This was an important milestone for all involved as it encouraged conversations that would shape … Read more
Responding to an existing requirement for specialized medical professionals in the industrial sector, the University of Pittsburgh launched a program focused on industrial medicine during the 1920s. By 1927, this innovative curriculum had paid off; three students earned their doctorates and became pioneers in this burgeoning field. Drs. John A. Hagan, Hugh C. Wilburn, and … Read more
Mechanical Analysis of Survival in Falls From Heights of Fifty to One Hundred and Fifty Feet During the early part of the 20th century, falls from heights were a significant source of injury and death in workplaces. Little was known about what caused these accidents, but DeHaven emerged as an intrepid pioneer within occupational health … Read more
Gordon revolutionized the concept of epidemiology, introducing it as a fundamental basis for accident prevention. The idea that accidents were just random occurrences with no way to predict or prevent them was prevalent in the early 1900s; however, Gordon saw potential in applying the same principles used to study diseases and illnesses when studying accidents … Read more
In 1939, a group of industrial hygiene professionals desperate for recognition and support in their field founded the American Industrial Hygiene Association (AIHA) to promote safety and well-being in all professional industries. Since then, AIHA has become recognized globally as an authoritative leader working toward improving worker health worldwide. When industrial hygiene was originally developed, … Read more
In the early 1900s, with the realization of industrialization’s potential for inflicting harm on workers’ health came a need to create an organization dedicated solely to protecting these individuals. Consequently, this prompted the emergence of The Council on Industrial Health of the American Medical Association (AMA). Here, physicians could come together and deliberate how best … Read more
Employers must take the necessary steps to evaluate and manage risks associated with hand and power tools in their workplace. This includes performing a hazard assessment to recognize potential dangers, then establishing safeguards such as guards or safety switches for optimum protection against any unfortunate events. Companies must ensure that their staff knows the best … Read more
As more employers recognize the value of wellness and fitness in the workplace, multiple studies validate that those who prioritize a healthy lifestyle experience increased productivity, fewer sick days, and are less likely to sustain accidents. It’s clear that having good physical health yields tremendous benefits for both employees and their workplaces! One of the … Read more
At the dawn of the twentieth century, renowned public health advocate Dr. Alice Hamilton published a groundbreaking article in the American Journal of Public Health advocating for increased awareness and action on workplace accidents and illnesses by the public health community. This revolutionary statement constituted one of her earliest works dedicated to preventing occupational hazards … Read more
The Social Security Act of 1935 provided federal funds to states to establish industrial programs that aimed to improve the safety and health of workers. These programs could include measures such as regular safety inspections, the development of safety standards and regulations, and the provision of training and education to workers on how to stay … Read more
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