International Occupational Safety And Health The Development Of English-language Occupational Health And Safety Journals In Japan

摘要

For safety professionals wishing to seek up-to-date English-language information on workplace issues, standards and exposure limits in Japan, the journals INDUSTRIAL HEALTH and the Journal of Occupational Health represent a treasure trove of information. Despite being Japan's premier English-language journals in the field of occupational safety and health for almost 50 years, the history and content of these periodicals is largely unknown outside the country. Founded in 1963 and 1996 respectively, INDUSTRIAL HEALTH mA the Journal of Occupational Health have been two important vehicles for the dissemination of research findings, technical standards and exposure limits to the international community. This article provides a brief history and introduction to both journals, as well as describing their developmental stages and current position in the field of international occupational safety and health.