2. Occupational injury occurrence and related risk factors among Chinese migrant workers
All According to International Labor Organization and World Health Organization, occupational health is meant to promote and maintain the physical, psychological, and social wellbeing of the workers of all occupations, prevent hazardous working conditions, and protect workers from occupational risks.
In short, protecting workers from occupational injury is the most basic requirement of occupational health.
Western countries are among the earliest to study occupational injury and related risk factors.
Most research examines the relationship between social environment and occupational injuries.
Some studies used a broader framework, taking into account the social environment and social structure as well as the physical environment and genetic factors, [8-9] Others also incorporates the feelings of the people on the environment.
Risk factors include: (1) Individual factors, including gender, age, original health status and lifestyle.
Environmental factors, including toxic and hazardous substances and noise.
Social factors, such as work experience, educational, and occupational training.