Violence in the workplaces in Finland

Article Abstract:

Violence in the workplace is a small problem in Finland in comparison with the US, although the risk is growing in Finland, particularly for mental health nurses, police officers and prison guards. Acts of violence were committed against 394 people in Finland out of 13,762 surveyed in 1988. Workplace violence affected 40.5 females per 1,000 workers and 40.6 males. Assailants were typically drunken unaccompanied males. Acts of violence were most prevalent between patient and medical personnel. Occupational homicide rates in the US are high for security guards, taxi drivers and sheriffs.

Research, Workplace violence

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Occupational safety and health in Poland

Article Abstract:

This article discusses the impact socioeconomic transformation and the planned accession to the European Union has had on Poland's occupational health and safety policies. The authors maintain high unemployment rates have had a dramatic impact on workplace accident statistics, and policies have been in a state of transition in an effort to harmonize laws with European Union standards.

Poland, Social aspects, Unemployment, European Union

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Occupational safety and health in Finland

Article Abstract:

This article provides an overview of laws and services related to occupational health and safety in Finland. Relevant topics include the responsibilities of the Labor Inspection Service, the availability of occupational health services, and the prevalence of workplace diseases and accidents by industry.

Finland, Statistical Data Included, Occupational health services, Work-related injuries, Work related injuries, Employee benefits, Administrative agencies, Government agencies

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