Aftershocks & Outbreaks: Emergency Response Strategies for Occupational and Environmental Health
 
Learning Objectives

Thursday, February 6, 2025

At the completion of this activity, the learner will be able to:

  • Identify emerging infectious disease risks in occupational and healthcare settings, and outline best practices to reduce occupational exposure
  • Analyze the mechanisms driving antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its implications for workplace infection control and occupational health
  • Assess workplace vulnerabilities to earthquakes and develop evidence-based strategies to enhance preparedness
  • Apply collaborative, multi-disciplinary preparedness strategies to reduce vulnerabilities in occupational settings
  • Discuss the latest Cal/OSHA regulatory developments and implications for occupational and environmental health professionals

 

Friday, February 7, 2025

At the completion of this activity, the learner will be able to:

  • Identify opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration to enhance workplace resiliency and effectiveness during emergencies
  • Employ effective communication strategies to convey critical safety information to diverse audiences including workers, employers, and local communities
  • Integrate community-based approaches into emergency planning and explore novel approaches that enhance engagement and educational outreach
  • Develop and evaluate an emergency action plan using practice-based scenarios to address workplace-specific risks