Model gpa objective X working Compendium

2009-2012 Work Plan Number	GPA5.28i Formerly AA3: E1
GPA Objective	GPA Objective 5: to incorporate workers’ health into other policies Action 28: Aspects of workers’ health should be taken into account in primary, secondary and higher level education and vocational training.
CC or NGO Name	Nofer Institute of Occupational Medicine, Lodz, Poland
Project title	Estimation of work-related physical load and occupational risk evaluation in construction sector (ILO Ergonomic Checkpoints, REBA and revised NIOSH equation methods), nurses (REBA) And dentists (RULA)
Keywords	Manual materials handling, ergonomics, WMSDisorders, RSI,
Project leader Email address	Zbigniew W. JóĨwiak, PhD.,Eng. [e-mail]
Partners (of the CC Network)	Centre for Research and Teaching in Occupational Ergonomics, Health and Safety, La Trobe University, Australia ILO
Other partners	National Labour Inspectorate, Polish Ergonomics Association
Funding	Project is financed by the Nofer Institute of Occupational Medicine, Lodz, Poland and by the Ministry of Science
Objective of the project	The spread of simple ergonomic risk evaluation methods in construction sector and health care workers
Project outcome(s) and deadline(s) for completion of the project	• To develop a toolkit (REBA, RULA, NIOSH software) that will be user-friendly (by 2008) • To develop training packages for the toolkit deliverable through e-learning and face-to-face (by 2009) • To integrate the toolkit into the provision of basic occupational health services (beginning in 2009)
Target group and/or beneficiaries	Construction workers, health care workers (nurses, dentists)
Summary of the project	Musculo-skeletal problems (especially back injury) is easily the most widespread working hazard the construction and health care profession faces. One out of six workers is likely to suffer back pain or injury each year – almost double the rate of the working population as a whole. In the project we would like to wide spreade some simple methods for physical workload evaluation (REBA, RULA, NIOSH revised equation – prepared as a computer software) as well as very helpful ILO Ergonomic Checkpoints (Geneva 1996) translated to Polish in Institute of Occupational Medicine. These two ways of ergonomic intervention (physical load evaluation and use of ergonomic checkpoint for workplace improvement) will help in reducing physical overload and prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms observed in these groups of workers.
Dissemination	Worker and enterprise meetings and trainings, papers in journals for occupational safety staff
Impact (global or regional)	Global
Progress on Project	Recent Project outcomes Have developed a user-friendly toolkit for physical workload estimation which contains special report sheets for REBA and RULA methods. We are also preparing training packages for this toolkit (theoretical basis of methods, report sheets, manuals and examples for training). In the future we expect also the following outcomes To develop training packages for the toolkit deliverable through e-learning and face-to-face (by 2009) To conduct training sessions for occupational nurses and physicians and safety services officers To integrate the toolkit in the provision of basic occupational health services (beginning in 2009) 2009 ‘In-progress’ Activities Carrying out research on physical load of dentists, nurses and construction workers Preparing training packages for this toolkit (theoretical basis of methods, report sheets, manuals and examples for training). conducting training sessions
List of outcomes already achieved by this project	4 training sessions for nurses organized by various nurses organisations (proper patients handling techniques) – about 300 nurses trained 2 lectures - workshops for construction sector managers and safety officers (physical workload in construction workers, REBA – good method for physical workload estimation) – about 200 trained persons 2 lectures – workshops for dentists (physical workload of dentists, dental assistants and hygenists, RULA – good method for physical workload in dentistry estimation) during International Conferences (about 250 persons trained): International Dental Ergonomics Congress, 22 Annual Meeting European Society of Dental Ergonomics, V Forum Ergonomics in Dentistry (Cracow, May 2009), 19^th Central European Dental Exhibition Session
List of additional outcomes expected from this project by 2012	Next workshops for managers, safety officers, nurses and dental staff on physical workload, saving back and other elements of musculoskeletal system for about 500 persons New version of PowerPoint presentation for nurses disseminateb by CDROMs and internet First version of PowerPoint presentation for dental staff Training sessions for nurses and dentists for about 400 persons

2009-2012 Work Plan Number	GPA5.28n Formerly AA3:Co1
GPA Objective	GPA Objective 5: to incorporate workers’ health into other policies Action 28: Aspects of workers’ health should be taken into account in primary, secondary and higher level education and vocational training.
CC or NGO Name	Clinica del Lavoro “Luigi Devoto”, Milano
Project title	Assessment of exposure to carcinogenic compounds, focusing on polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), in construction workers.
Keywords	Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, construction workers, environmental and biological monitoring, bitumen fumes.
Project leader Email address	Dr. Laura Campo [e-mail]
Partners (of the CC Network)	IAPA (potential)
Other partners	Lombardy Region, (Prevention of Occupational cancers project) Fondazione Ospedale Maggiore “Policlinico, Mangiagalli e Regina Elena”, Milan.
Funding	Lombardy Region, (Prevention of Occupational cancers project) University of Milan ISPESL/ICP Consortium for WHO Collaborating Center
Objective of the project	1) Development of analytical methods to measure urinary biomarkers of exposure to carcinogenic compounds, with particular attention to exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and their application in workers exposed to bitumen fumes (asphalt workers and roofers). 2) Evaluation of the dermal exposure and comparison between dermal and inhalation exposure. 3) Evaluation of influence of genetic factors and of life style (tobacco smoking, diet) on PAHs exposure.
Project outcome(s) and deadline(s) for completion of the project	Definition of a toolkit for the evaluation and prevention of chemical risk in construction workers, i.e. dermal absorption and biological monitoring.
Target group and/or beneficiaries	Workers, enterprises, prevention operators, occupational health physicians, institutions for safety and prevention at work.
Summary of the project	Workers employed in the road construction and maintenance companies are potentially exposed to bitumen fumes during either production or laying of asphalt. Bitumen contains a large number of different compounds among which polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). IARC has classified some PAHs as probable (class 2A) or possible (class 2B) carcinogen to humans. The primary objective of this study are: to assess exposure to PAHs by means of environmental and biological monitoring in asphalt workers, to evaluate the contribution of occupational exposure and life style (cigarette smoking, diet) to the internal dose, to compare dermal and inhalation exposure, to evaluate the importance of genetic factors.
Dissemination	Scientific publications, guidelines for safety and prevention at work, WHO/ILO documents, booklets and training packages for workers and employees.
Impact: global/regional	Global
Progress on Project	In progress activities: 1) Literature review about urinary biomarkers used to assess PAHs exposure and about level of exposure in asphalt workers. 2) Recruitment of subjects and collection of biological samples.
List of outcomes already achieved by this project	-Two analytical methods have been developed: 1) a headspace solid-phase microextraction gas chromatography– mass spectrometry (HS-SPME/GC–MS) method for the simultaneous quantification of 13 PAHs (from naphthalene to benzo(a)pyrene)) in urine samples. The method has been published [Campo et al., Analytica Chimica Acta 631 (2009) 196–205]. 2) a GC/MS for the simultaneous quantification of 12 urinary monohydroxy metabolites of PAHs, namely 1-hydroxynaphthalene, 2-hydroxynaphthalene, 2-hydroxyfluorene, 9-hydroxyfluorene,1-hydroxyphenanthrene, 2-hydroxyphenanthrene, 3-hydroxyphenanthrene, 4-hydroxyphenanthrene, 9-hydroxyphenanthrene, 1-hydroxypyrene, 6-hydroxychrysene, and 3-hydroxybenzo[a]pyrene. The method has been published [Campo et al., Journal of Chromatography B, 875 (2008) 531–540].
List of additional outcomes expected from this project by 2012	-analysis of the biological samples collected to quantify urinary PAHs and urinary monohydroxy metabolites. -analysis of exposure pads applied on skin of workers to evaluate dermal exposure

Sector D: Mining

2009-2012 Work Plan Number	5.27c New Project
PROJECT Title	Improving Mining Safety and Health in Colombian Mines
GPA Objective	GPA Objective 5: to incorporate workers’ health into other policies Action 27. Workers’ health should be addressed in the sectoral policies for different branches of economic activity, in particular those with the highest health risk.
Priority Number and Area (if applicable)	Priority 5.3 Implement toolkits for the assessment and management of OSH hazards in high risk industry sectors and for groups of vulnerable workers Mining
Responsible CC or NGO Name	NIOSH, USA
Project leader(s)	Jeffery L. Kohler, Ph.D. [e-mail]
Network partners
WHO Regions involved in this project	PAHO Maritza Tennassee [e-mail]
Country ministries involved in this project	Ministry of Social Protection Jose del Carmen Almonacid [e-mail] Ministry of Energy and Mines Fedor Pumarejo [e-mail]
External partners for this project	Colombian Safety Council Alfonso Rodriquez [e-mail] ICONTEC Luisa Pallares [e-mail]
Summary of the project	The objective of this project is to reduce occupational injuries, illnesses, and fatalities in Colombian mines through the development and implementation of regulatory, training, and engineering interventions. Technical guidance will be provided to ensure that new regulations have a firm scientific basis. Training and training materials will be developed and provided to help expand the number of mining safety and health professionals in Colombia. Engineering best practices, commensurate with the mining practices in the country, will be introduced. The initial emphasis will be on underground coal mines. A partnership with government, labor, and academia will be formed with a mining company to develop a “model” coal mine that can be used to demonstrate the best practices in mining safety and health.
Target group and/or beneficiaries	Colombian mineworkers (primary) Ministry officials, INGEOMINAS, SENA, mine operators
Major Milestones (list up to three dates and milestones)	March 2009. Form a partnership among the mining stakeholders in government, labor unions, coal producers, and academia to develop and disseminate solutions. September 2009. Conduct a Train-the-Trainer Workshop on Safety and Health in Underground Coal Mines, and train at least 12 people from the partnership. September 2010. The Trainers, who were trained in the U.S., will conduct four workshops in the major mining regions of Colombia.
Dissemination plan	Information and technology will be diffused throughout the mining industry utilizing workshops, in-mine demonstration projects, web-based resources, and publications.
Funding source(s)	NIOSH Office of Mine Safety and Health Research, Colombian participants will cover all of their own expenses.
List of major outcomes already achieved by this project	Train-the-Trainer Workshop (Major Milestone #2) completed September 2009
List of additional major outcomes expected from this project by 2012	March 2011. Three-fold increase of professional capacity in mining safety and health trainers/professionals (baseline of 50) September 2011. Adoption of two or more best practices for dust control and explosion prevention March 2012. Incorporation of safety and health best practices into an operating coal mine that can be used as a model for other mine operators to study

2009-2012 Work Plan Number (to be assigned by WHO)	5.27d New project
PROJECT Title	Exposure to diesel particulates and their health effects on employees in an underground mine in Western Australia
GPA Objective (e.g. GPA5) and GPA Action (e.g Action 28)	GPA2 Action 11, 12, 20, 21
Priority Number (e.g. 5.3) and Area (if applicable) e.g Agriculture	2.1; 2.2 mining Industry
This project also contributes to other GPA Priorities (List them, if applicable).	GPA4 Priority 4.1; 4.2 GPA5 Priority 5.2; 5.3
Responsible CC or NGO Name	IEA
Project leader(s) (contact name and email address)	Dr. Le Jian; [e-mail] Dr. Janis Jansz; [e-mail]
Network partners (CC name, country, email)	IEA
WHO Regions involved in this project (contact name and email)	Australia
Country ministries involved in this project (contact name and email)
External partners for this project (contact name, organization and email)
Summary of the project (max 100 words)	This project aims to assess the health effect associated with exposure to diesel particulates (DP) and to identify current risk control measures and opportunities for improving these in a Western Australian mine. This project will start with a cross sectional design and then a cohort study for 5 years. Information on exposure and health will be collected via a questionnaire from current employees and the CONTAM database from Resource Safety WA. This study will contribute to the development of a policy for the management of DP.
Target group and/or beneficiaries	Occupational safety and health regulatory agencies, Mining companies operating large plants and projects.
Major Milestones (list up to three dates and milestones)	Complete questionnaire survey and air monitoring (environmental and personal and historical DP exposure data by Dec 2010 and a follow up by Dec 2015. Identify current risk control measures for DP exposure and opportunities for improving risk control measures by early 2011 and reassessment by Dec 2015 (3) Develop a policy for management of DP for this mining company by late 2011. Promote this policy to other mines in WA by late 2015
Dissemination plan	Through IEA, WHO, academic journals, Mine Safe and conferences
Funding source(s)	Industry Company; Curtin University of Technology, Cancer council WA
List of outcomes already achieved by this project	Completed one Master student research project report “Diesel exhausts-a study of chronic health effects and examination of a potential biomarker” (2009) Presented two conference papers: Diesel exhaust, nitro-PAHs and cancer risk. WA Cancer Research Symposium, Perth, Australia. 2009 Diesel engine exhaust and the risk of occupational cancer. 40^th APACPH Annual Conference, KL, Malaysia. 2008 Received 3 research grants: one from Cancer Council WA, one from Curtin University and one from a mining company
List of additional outcomes expected from this project by 2012	Two peer-reviewed journal papers: A pilot study on exposure patterns to diesel particulate and health characteristics on employees at a Western Australia underground mine: Are there any associations between exposure and health effects? Are current risk control measures sufficient for managing diesel particulate exposure at a Western Australia underground mine? A policy for management of DP for the collaborating mining company Further Grant Application: Australian Research Council (possible) and National Health and Medical Research Council (possible)
List of additional outcomes expected by 2016	Improve health surveillance system in WA mining companies Improve DP risk control measures and monitoring system in WA mining company Related media reports, conference presentations and journal publications

2009-2012 Work Plan Number (to be assigned by WHO)	5.27e – new project
PROJECT Title	Collaborative project on assessment and control of diesel particulate matter exposure among underground mine workers
GPA Objective (e.g. GPA5) and GPA Action (e.g Action 28)	GPA4
Priority Number (e.g. 5.3) and Area (if applicable) e.g Agriculture	4.1 Mining
This project also contributes to other GPA Priorities (List them, if applicable).	GPA5 – 5.3
Responsible CC or NGO Name	IEA
Project leader(s) (contact name and email address)	Dr Krassi Rumchev; A/Professor Dean Bertolatti; Dr Ben Mullins [e-mail]
Network partners (CC name, country, email)	N/A
WHO Regions involved in this project (contact name and email)
Country ministries involved in this project (contact name and email)
External partners for this project (contact name, organization and email)	Argyle Diamonds Mine, Rio Tinto Ed Tota Project Director [e-mail]
Summary of the project (max 100 words)	The project addresses an emerging issue relating to diesel emissions in underground mining operations as a major source of ultrafine carbonaceous particles which are believed to have potential carcinogenicity and other adverse health impacts. The study will recommend novel strategies to reduce exposures of diesel particulate matter (DPM) among underground workers and also contribute data to the process of setting Australian DPM exposure Standards. Currently, unlike USA, Canada and Europe, there are no standard available in Australia The research will also contribute to the application of novel DPM exposure control approaches, such as electro-spray generators to promote rapid particle agglomeration and removal.
Target group and/or beneficiaries	Underground mine workers
Major Milestones (list up to three dates and milestones)	Reduce exposure levels of DPM in underground mine workers and improve the air quality and ventilation systems in underground mines
Dissemination plan	Peer-reviewed articles, conference presentations
Funding source(s)	Australian Research Council (Australian Government) , Chemistry Centre Western Australia, Curtin University of technology & Rio Tinto Ltd
List of outcomes already achieved by this project	Collected baseline air quality data on diesel particulate exposure in underground mine environments
List of additional outcomes expected from this project by 2012	Quantify the extent of exposure to diesel particulates and the associated potential health effects among underground mine workers
List of additional outcomes expected by 2016	Control measures will be assessed based on cost vs. effectiveness and will include: control at source (retrofitted DPM filters) diffusion batteries electro-spray generators to promote rapid particle agglomeration and removal additional filter water atomisers

E. Multi-Sector

2009-2012 Work Plan Number	GPA5.27a Formerly AA6:SWI1
GPA Objective	GPA Objective 5: to incorporate workers’ health into other policies Action 27. Workers’ health should be addressed in the sectoral policies for different branches of economic activity, in particular those with the highest health risk.
CC or NGO Name	National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) USA
Project title	Sharing workplace OSH practices through sector-based global collaborations (NORA)
Keywords	NORA Sector Interventions Best Practices Globalization
Project leader Email address	Dr. Max Lum, Global Collaborations Manager, NIOSH [e-mail] and Dr. Marilyn Fingerhut, Global Collaborations Coordinator, NIOSH [e-mail]
Partners (of the CC Network)	Anticipated partners: ISPESL, Italy; JNIOSH, Japan; CCOHS Canada; IOHA, IEA, ICOH and others Department of Occupational Health, Korea Occupational Safety and Health Agency (KOSHA), Incheon, Republic of Korea (Seong-Kyu Kang [e-mail])
Other partners	Anticipated partners: OSHA US; BG Germany; HSE UK; IRSST Quebec; ORC US; DOL Poland; Netherlands; multinational corporations; international unions, and various NORA partners
Funding	NIOSH NORA Global Collaborations funding; funding by global partners
Objective of the project	To expand the application in workplaces in the U.S. and globally of interventions that successfully prevent work-related injuries and illnesses.
Project outcome(s) and deadline(s) for completion of the project	Partnerships globally to share successful sector based practices, interventions and services (in place in 3 sectors by December 06) Communication system (e.g. newsletter and/or weblinks) in place (Dec 06) Application in at least 100 new workplaces of shared practices, interventions or services (by Dec 08) Multinational corporations or international unions provide assistance to 10 developing/transitional nation OSH professionals or local community workplaces to improve OSH services and practices (by Dec 09) Global network of members established for sustainable continuation of this work (by Dec 10)
Target group and/or beneficiaries	Workplaces globally will benefit. Sector based sharing of successes will increase applications and lower costs. Multinational corporations and international unions and OSH institutes, associations and NGOs globally are key partners for success in developing and transitional nations.
Summary of the project	NIOSH is initiating in the U.S. a sector based National Occupational Research Agenda aimed at increasing preventive practices and interventions in workplaces. (See www.cdc.gov/niosh/nora.) Eight Sector Research Councils (SRC) will have broad membership in order to act to solve the worst problems of workplaces in the Sector. The sector groupings are: Agriculture, Forestry, & Fishing Mining Construction Manufacturing Trade Transportation, Warehousing, & Utilities Services Healthcare & Social Assistance Global Collaborations will be developed in each SRC to share sector based successful solutions across countries. Global partnerships will include employers, unions, OSH institutes, professionals, and associations. Assisting developing and transitional nations and small businesses in developed countries to implement successful practices will be a priority.
Dissemination	NIOSH is sponsoring the sector based National Occupational Research Agenda (NORA) in the U.S. and information will be disseminated by NIOSH, WHO and other partners. A Global Collaborations electronic communication system will be put in place to encourage partnerships and sharing of successful practices and to ensure sustainability of the effort.
Impact (global or regional)	Global
PROGRESS ON PROJECT 1 OCTOBER	All 8 NORA Sector Councils have been formed and are working on identifying the worst problems in the sector and stating objectives for public review. Global Collaborations is one of 27 cross-cutting programs (www.cdc.gov/niosh/programs/global) working with the Sector Councils.  Projects are underway with the Transport Sector in Global Road Safety for Workers and with the Mining and Construction Sectors in the Americas Silicosis Initiative.  Additional bridges are being built with other sectors.

2009-2012 Work Plan Number	GPA5.28c Formerly AA5:2a
GPA Objective	GPA Objective 5: to incorporate workers’ health into other policies Action 28: Aspects of workers’ health should be taken into account in primary, secondary and higher level education and vocational training.
CC or NGO Name	The Industrial Accident Prevention Association, (IAPA), Canada a WHO Collaborating Centre for Workplace Injury and Illness Prevention
Project title	Enhancement of Occupational Health and Safety in Mexican Industry
Keywords	Integrated management system Occupational health & safety
Project leader Email address	Leonard Sassano, Director, Strategic Alliances [e-mail]
Partners (of the CC Network)	IAPA
Other Partners	Mexican Ministry of Labour: Direccion General De Seguridad Y Salud En El Trabajo (DGSST) Secretaria Del Trabajo Prevencion Social (STPS)
Funding	Funding provided by the Mexican government.
Objective of the Project	The Mexican government is committed to promoting the integration of HS&E into Mexican industries through its voluntary compliance program known as the SASST programme program (Systema de Administration Salud y Seguridad en el Trabajo). The objective is to apply SASST within workplaces to improve the health and safety of workplaces and working conditions for all workers. It is realized that Mexican workplaces require to engage a managed approach and adopt a management system to successfully apply SASST. The project will focus on the development and engagement of a managed system to successfully integrate the SASST compliance programme.
Project outcome(s) and deadline(s) for completion of the project	1. Completed May 2003: Developed and delivered a four day training program on SASST programme implementation to 40 STPS assessors and DGSST inspectors from across Mexico. 2. Completed October 2003: Presentations on SASST and OHS Management Systems completed at two major OHS conferences in Mexico and at regional workshops across Mexico involving government, employers and worker groups. 3. Completed November 2003 – December 2004: A Consultant Certification process was developed to enable Mexican assessors to provide services to enterprises enrolled in the SASST programme. 4. September 2005: To deliver consultant certification to assessors. 5. December 2007: Pilot applications and evaluate results of interventions. Make necessary modifications and refinements based of results. Apply nation wide. Completion by 2008.
Target group and/or beneficiaries	The Mexican government will benefit by having a roster of qualified consultants who can assist enterprises to develop and implement a quality health and safety program, using an integrated management system with proven effectiveness. All enterprises will benefit by having access to qualified consultants to assist them to comply with SASST, in a manner that is of high quality and consistency.
Summary of the project	The project will achieve a number of results: • The achievement of healthier and safer workplaces for Mexican workers. • The development and implementation of an OHS Management System to successfully apply the SASST voluntary compliance programme. This will lead to improvement of working conditions and reduction of injuries and illnesses within the workplace. • The empowerment of workers, and improved communication and cooperation between management and workers through the successful engagement of SASST and a managed approach towards HS&E. • To contribute towards sustainability and building capacities among STSP, DGSST, and independent assessors to lead the successful integration of SASST together with a managed system’s approach into Mexican workplaces.
Dissemination	The project outcomes will be disseminated by the increasing numbers of qualified Mexican assessors and certified consultants, who will coach and train Mexican enterprises. The project outcomes will also be published in IAPA’s various communications vehicles, (magazine, website) and discussed at national and international conferences.
Impact (global or regional)	National (Mexican) and regional (Americas)
Progress on Project	This project should be considered dormant, due to the change in the Mexican Government last year. We have had no indication that the new government wishes to continue this project. If it becomes active again in the future, we will inform you.
List of outcomes already achieved by this project	None since 2004
List of additional outcomes expected from this project by 2012	No further outcomes foreseeable

2009-2012 Work Plan Number	GPA5.28d Formerly AA5:2b
GPA Objective	GPA Objective 5: to incorporate workers’ health into other policies Action 28: Aspects of workers’ health should be taken into account in primary, secondary and higher level education and vocational training.
CC or NGO Name	The Industrial Accident Prevention Association, (IAPA), Canada: a WHO Collaborating Centre for Workplace Injury and Illness Prevention
Project title	Enhancement of Occupational Health and Safety in Brazilian Industry
Keywords	Integrated management systems, occupational health and safety
Project leader Email address	Leonard Sassano, Director Strategic Alliances [e-mail]
Partners (of the CC Network)	IAPA Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS)
Other Partners	Canadian Partners: Ryerson University - Marsha McEachrine Mikhail, Ryerson University, Toronto [e-mail] Occupational Health & Safety Research Institute Robert-Sauvé (IRSST) Ontario Service Safety Alliance (OSSA) Ontario Forestry Safe Workplace Association (OFSWA) BRI International Brazilian Partners: SESI- Industrial Social Service National Department, Brasilia Fundacentro International Partners: PAHO ILO
Funding	The project is co-funded by the Canadian International Development Agency (CIDA) and ABC Transfer of Technology Fund for Brazil.
Objective of the Project	The purpose of the project is to strengthen the capacity of small and medium sized enterprises (SME’s) within selected sectors in the participating states for integrating workplace health and safety into their organizational culture, performance goals and management systems, and to reduce illnesses, injuries and fatalities for all workers. Furthermore, the project aims to enhance the capacity of participating industries and their SESI Occupational Health and Safety Departments to effectively address challenges in the development, implementation, management and evaluation of OHS services and programs for all workplace participants.
Project outcome(s) and deadline(s) for completion of the project	Needs assessments & stakeholder engagement Completed April 2005. Training of individuals that have responsibility for the development of the information system and web portal. Completed December 2005. Develop consulting skills and begin the development of the SESI management system framework. December 2005 – November 2008. Support SESI in the design and development of an Epidemiological Information System. By 2009. Development of a OHS web portal to enhance SESI’s capacity to use OHS technical knowledge and information as a strategy to improve OHS within work environment of SME’s. By 2009 Development and implementation of OHS management systems within SME’s. To develop and deliver enhanced SESI managed OHS technical and management services to SME’s. By 2009
Target group and/or beneficiaries	Brazilian industrial workers in SMEs are the target, and will benefit by achievement of greater health and safety equity, and the reduction of injuries, illnesses and fatalities. SESI will benefit from the combined expertise and experience of a consortium of highly credible Canadian organizations.
Summary of the project	Project Results will include: The achievement of healthier and safer work environments for Brazilian workers. An increase in the number of SMEs implementing effective and efficient OHS programs that comply with Brazilian OHS legislation and international standards. The establishment of an effective SESI managed OHS Information System to identify needs, set priorities, and evaluate industry programs, as well as inform SESI service delivery to address identified OHS issues including workplace related injuries, illnesses and deaths. Strengthening the ability of men and women to exercise equally, their recognized fundamental right to know. Improved attention to gender specific health and safety issues. The empowerment of workers, and improved communications and co-operation between management and workers, through increased OHS awareness and education, and the formation of joint OHS committees within participating industries.
Dissemination	The project outcomes will be disseminated by the Brazilian partners, who will continue the work after the project is completed. The project outcomes will also be published in IAPA’s various communications vehicles, (magazine, website) and discussed at national and international conferences such as the National Safety Council (US) and the World Congress on OH&S.
Impact (global or regional)	National (Brazil) and regional (the Americas)
Progress on Project	Training of SESI consultants in managed systems and consulting completed November 2008. This training has been done in Brazil and Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Pilot projects are being carried out in 6 regions with 8 enterprises to develop and implement occupational health and safety management systems (OHSMS) utilizing OHSAS 18001 as the underlying system. The pilot project is to be completed September 2009. Workers in each of the 8 enterprises are actively participating in the development and implementation of the OHSMS. Workplace gender and diversity considerations are being addressed throughout the development and implementation of the OHSMS. A key principle underlying the pilot project is building capacity and capability of each enterprise to continue the maintenance and enhancement of their OHSMS. (Much more detail on this project is available in IAPA’s Annual Report to WHO/PAHO for 2006.) (Note that project AA2:NP7 is part of this overall project, but it is being carried out by IRSST, another partner in the Canadian consortium.)
List of outcomes already achieved by this project	Training of SESI consultants has been completed in November 2008. The project will be completed in September 2009. Pilot project completed. Implementation of managed systems in 8 enterprises with worker involvement in each of them Some regions in the pilot are offering Occupational Health & Safety consulting services as a result of their experience.
List of additional outcomes expected from this project by 2012	SESI will offer Occupational Health & Safety consulting services throughout the organization. It will be rolled out to other regions as well and will become a formal part of SESI’s services in all its regional offices.

2009-2012 Work Plan Number	GPA5.28f Formerly AA5:3a
GPA Objective	GPA Objective 5: to incorporate workers’ health into other policies Action 28: Aspects of workers’ health should be taken into account in primary, secondary and higher level education and vocational training.
CC or NGO Name	National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, Japan
Project title	Occupational Health Services of Small Scale Industries
Keywords	OSH management, SMEs, checklists, training manuals
Project leader Email address	Dr. Shigeki Koda E-mail address:[e-mail]
Partners (of the CC Network)	Prof. Naomi Hisanaga, Aichi University of Education, Japan E-mai addressl:[e-mail]
Other partners
Funding	Each collaborating partner is responsible for its respective costs
Objective of the project	The objective of this project is to establish and develop support system for OSH management in small scale industries.
Project outcome(s) and deadline(s) for completion of the project	The reports of good practices in small scale industries related to: Improving for working environments and conditions. Improving ergonomic stress Identify OSH risk in the workplaces by using action checklists and training manuals. This will be completed before the end of 2010.
Target group and/or beneficiaries	Employers of small scale industries and occupational health and safety professionals
Summary of the project	We will visit many small scale industries, examine occupational health and safety risk in the workplaces, and discuss with employers and employees using action checklist and training manuals. These activities will develop good practices in small scale industries. The good practices include feasible and cheap improvements in working environments and conditions, good working organization and the development of OSH services. These good practices will provide good hints for occupational health and safety professionals engaging in OSH activities for small scale industries in many countries.
Dissemination	National documents
Impact: global/regional	Global
Progress on Project	We have visited several small scaled factories of manufacturing industries. Visiting small scale industries is ongoing. And we are developing action checklists and training manuals in order to identify occupational health and safety risk, and discussing good practices in the workplaces with employers and employees in small scale industries.
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