State Occupational Safety and Health Surveillance Program (U60)
This grant funds state-level programs aimed at enhancing occupational safety and health surveillance.
About this program
The State Occupational Safety and Health Surveillance Program (U60) is designed to support state health departments in their efforts to monitor and improve occupational safety and health conditions. The program provides funding for the development and implementation of surveillance systems that track workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. By collecting and analyzing data, states can identify trends and risk factors, ultimately leading to better prevention strategies and policies. Eligible applicants include state health departments and other relevant entities that can demonstrate the capacity to conduct effective surveillance activities. The program aims to empower these organizations to utilize data-driven approaches to enhance worker safety and health. Through this initiative, states can collaborate with various stakeholders, including employers, labor organizations, and public health agencies, to create safer work environments.
Eligibility
State health departments and relevant entities with capacity for surveillance activities.
Requirements
- Demonstrated capacity to conduct surveillance
- Collaboration with stakeholders