Accepting Occupational Safety and Health Regimens

  • Alexander Cohen
  • Michael J. Colligan
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Abstract

In October 1991, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) sponsored a workshop the aim of which was to identify the major parameters of behavioral influence. It was expected that the end product would serve as a general paradigm or set of guidelines for designing behavioral interventions related to the prevention of AIDS. The participants were well-recognized figures in behavioral science and related fields.1 Following three days of discussion, eight variables were identified as the primary determinants of behavior: (1) ability, (2) intention, (3) environmental constraints, (4) anticipated outcomes, (5) norms, (6) self-standards, (7) emotion, and (8) self-efficacy.

Keywords

Personal Protective Equipment Safety Research Workplace Safety Safety Data Sheet Hearing Protection 
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Authors and Affiliations

  • Alexander Cohen
    • 1
  • Michael J. Colligan
    • 2
  1. 1.Occupational Human FactorsCincinnatiUSA
  2. 2.Education and Information DivisionNational Institute for Occupational Safety and HealthCincinnatiUSA

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