Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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6976348 | Safety Science | 2014 | 12 Pages |
Abstract
Child accidents and diseases are characterized by many factors. Thus, a system approach to child safety and health (CSH) including different management levels is indispensable. However, the literature is scarce in holistic approach to CSH management. In this paper, a unified framework for CSH is proposed by analogy to occupational safety and health (OSH) system. In this framework, CSH management comprises decisions and actions on global, macro, and micro-levels for a safe and healthy environment for children. Global level represents international organizations working for CSH, macro level represents national regulations, and micro-level represents home environments and public places. The decisions and actions at each level are linked to the subsequent level by input/feedback relation. The framework is illustrated by hypothetical examples, and provides a holistic practical approach to CSH management. Other OSH management approaches and best practices can also be adapted to the proposed CSH system.
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Authors
Esra Bas,