Online symposium: Adapting to Climate Change for Worker Safety, Health and Well-being
Posted almost 3 years ago
Friday, May 21, 2021 from 9 AM – 3 PM
Virtual/Online - $20.
Sponsored by the Oregon Institute of Occupational Health Sciences and the Oregon Healthy Workforce Center.
DESCRIPTION
From air quality and heat exposure to infectious disease, climate change contributes to conditions and hazards that require us to respond quickly to mitigate adverse safety and health effects on workers. In this symposium, we will discuss the occupational risks introduced or exacerbated by our changing environment and some strategies for addressing them.
Join us for this full day event to hear from leading experts on this topic. Also included in this day will be shorter interactive and engaging information sharing opportunities.