The top managers and safety representatives in selected high- and low-incidence organizations (n ¼ 60) answered a questionnaire about structure and participation process of SOHSM. The results showed that prevalence of long-term
work attendance was higher where structure and routines for SOHSM (policy, goals and plans for action) were well organized. Highly structured SOHSM and human resource management were also related to high organizational incidence of reported occupational disorders. Allocated budget and routines related to HCWs’ influence in decisions concerning performance of care were also related to long-term work attendance. The participation processes had a weak effect on occupational disorders and work attendance among HCWs. Reporting occupational disorders may be a functional tool to stimulate the development
of effective SOHSM, to improve the work environment and sustainable work
ability.