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Job Stress and Sleep Disturbances Among Career Firefighters in Northern California

Dal Lae Chin
Rachel Odes
OiSaeng Hong
2023

Object: This study examined the association between job stress and sleep disturbance among career firefighters.

Methods: A cross-sectional survey study was conducted with 154 career firefighters working in Northern California, US job stress was measured using the short form of the Effort-Reward Imbalance questionnaire and sleep was measured with the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Sleep Disturbance.

Results: Approximately 75% experienced sleep disturbance. For firefighters' job stress, high effort (...

05/20/25: Beyond the Call: Industrial Hygiene Strategies to Protect Emergency Responders

About the webinar:

First responders, law enforcement officers, and other public service professionals face unique occupational hazards every day. This webinar will explore how industrial hygiene principles can be used to safeguard those on the frontlines. Participants will explore best practices to reduce exposure risks, improve workplace safety policies, and advocate for stronger protections in high-risk professions.

05/07/2025: An Occupational Safety and Health Approach to Injuries Caused By Student Behaviors

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In this webinar we will use occupational and safety health principles on how to improve conditions and reduce the risk of injuries to look at the problem of injuries caused by student behaviors affecting paraeducators, special education teachers and other affected staff. We will also have an expert available to answer questions around managing incidents.

This presentation by LOHP in collaboration with COEH is based on the School Action for Safety and Health (SASH) administered by the Commission on Health and Safety and Workers' Compensation in the...

03/26/2025: H5N1 Avian Influenza: Considerations for Total Worker Health Approaches to Response

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H5N1 Avian Influenza has broken all the rules and now impacts dairy production and dairy workers in addition to poultry. This presentation will provide an update on what we know about this virus, what harm prevention and health promotion activities exist (or could exist) to support impacted producers and workers, and what barriers stand in the way of occupational and Total Worker Health efforts.

02/26/2025: The Ongoing Threat and Challenges of Antimicrobial Resistance

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Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a global threat and reality, accounting for excessive (and growing) morbidity, mortality, and economic costs. This presentation will describe the major resistant pathogens, their epidemiology, clinical and economic impacts, and the efforts to contain and control their spread.

08/23/2023: Intersectionality & EHS: What to Measure and How

This presentation will only be available live.

About the webinar:

This presentation will explore the application of Empirical Critical Race Theory as a framework and methodological approach to empirical research. Learners will explore how Empirical Critical Race Theory provides a means to collect and analyze data that describes the experiences of those in the margins in a way that honors and uplifts them, rather than extracting from them; and how this methodological approach moves the conversation of race out of the passive voice by restoring...

02/06/2025 - 02/07/2025: COEH Builds Bridges - Aftershocks & Outbreaks: Emergency Response Strategies for Occupational and Environmental Health

Thursday, February 6 (Online) &
Friday, February 7, 2025 (In-Person | Berkeley, CA)

Emergencies—ranging from infectious disease outbreaks to natural disasters—present complex and evolving challenges for workplace health and safety. Join the Northern California Centers for Occupational and Environmental Health for a two-day symposium designed to empower professionals with tools and strategies to navigate crises with confidence. Delve into the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance and examine best practices for mitigating infectious disease risks in the workplace....

10/23/2024: Designing Workplaces for Neurodiverse Workers

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** LIVE ONLY ** This session will not be recorded.

This webinar will describe how to design workplaces that are compatible with the cognitive and behavioral challenges of neurodiverse individuals. Participants will learn how to eliminate features that cause distress, performance deficits, and precarity. Environmental factors including the use of surface colors, natural and artificial lighting, visual complexity, acoustics, textures, scents, and circulation routes will be explored. Participants will also discuss how to develop supportive...

06/20/2024: Advancing Lead Safety: Key Regulatory Updates in California

About this event

Join the AIHA Northern California Section and COEH for a deep dive into lead safety. Discuss upcoming revisions to the lead-related construction standards under Title 17, the requirements of Senate Bill 1076, and opportunities for public comment on proposed changes. Explore the role of California’s Occupational Blood Lead Registry in tracking and managing work-related lead exposure, how the data collected helps prevent lead poisoning, and how data can inform safe work practices. Finally, summarize revisions to Cal/OSHA’s lead standards and the goals of...

06/05/2024: What Does It Take to Prevent and Address Workplace Violence?

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According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), workplace violence is the second leading cause of fatal occupational injuries in the United States. Thanks to SB 553, starting on July 1, 2024, employers in California need to implement an effective workplace violence prevention plan and provide training for workers and supervisors. Hear about the toll of working under constant threat, how the new law can hold employers accountable, and how to develop training on prevention, de-escalation, and recovery. The discussion will be moderated by Alejandra...