A matter of substance in OSH

Whether it’s cocaine, opioids, prescription medications or performance-enhancing substances, drug use among workers is a challenge for workplaces globally. An article by Katie Smith explores the impact of drugs on workers and workplaces globally, and what the implications are for OSH practitioners. It includes findings from a joint project by the Institute for Work & Health and the Occupational Cancer Research Centre, which indicate that injured workers had higher rates of opioid-related harm compared with individuals of working age in the general population.