Department of Built Environment, North Carolina A&T State
University, Greensboro, North Carolina, United States of America
Abstract: Occupational determinants of health encompass
a broad spectrum of workplace factors that wield considerable influence
over an individual’s holistic well-being, encompassing physical, mental,
and social dimensions. This viewpoint aims to provide an expansive and
nuanced examination, evaluation, and definition of these determinants,
elucidating the intricate interplay between one’s occupation and their
health. Extensive research, including a meticulous review of qualitative
and quantitative studies conducted between 2000 and 2023, has been
undertaken to delineate occupational hazards prevalent across diverse
professions. The findings underscore the pivotal roles played by
biological and chemical hazards, alongside the intricate web of
occupational and socioeconomic factors, in shaping the health landscape
of workers. This comprehensive analysis not only highlights the varied
dimensions of occupational health but also sheds light on the
multifaceted nature of hazards, emphasizing their significant impact on
the well-being of individuals within the workforce.
Keywords: Occupational, workplace, health, United States
Correspondence: Associate professor Emmanuel
Obeng-Gyasi, PhD, MPH, Department of Built Environment, North Carolina
A&T State University, Greensboro, NC 27411, United States. Email:
eobenggyasi@ncat.edu