September 15, 2003—Abbott Laboratories has joined with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to advance safety and health for workers throughout the health care industry and pharmaceutical industries. Abbott is the first company in the pharmaceutical and health care industries to join in an Alliance with OSHA.
The alliance calls for the development of information and increased access to training resources. OSHA and Abbott Laboratories will work with business schools to develop and integrate safety and health presentations and business case study materials into MBA-level and executive education seminars. Also, materials that communicate the business value of comprehensive workplace safety and health programs will be developed for inclusion in business school curricula.
Representatives of OSHA and Abbott will participate in forums, stakeholder meetings, conferences, and other industry events. OSHA and Abbott will also work with stakeholders in the nursing home community to develop practical programs and processes for reducing injuries and illnesses.
Abbott Laboratories is a health care company devoted to the discovery, development, manufacture and marketing of pharmaceuticals, nutritionals, and medical products, including devices and diagnostics.
