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Recoge: 1. Summary list of priorities. - 2. The scientific and policy contexts. - 3. Psychosocial work environment. - 4. Musculoskeletal disorders. - 5. Dangerous substances. - 6. OSH management. - 7. Additional references.

This study by the EFTA (European Free Trade Association) countries supplements the European Agency report 'The state of occupational safety and health in the European Union - pilot study' (2001, ISBN 929500700X). Covering Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland, summary findings for each exposure indicator are given, with detailed examination of the working environment and the outcomes shown through accidents, musculoskeletal disorders, stress, sickness absence and occupational diseases.

"This report focuses on the occupational safety and health (OSH) implications of changing contractual relationships."--P. 5.

A study updating the compilation of OSH data, "Priorities and strategies in occupational safety and health policy in the member states of the European Union", published in 1997. Psychosocial, ergonomics and chemical risk factors were the top priority areas for future research. Other issues highlighted were safety precautions against noise, and electric and magnetic fields, and issues relating to small and medium sized enterprises.

This manual (written in an informal, easy to read style, with many illustrations) provides a step-by-step guide for all kinds of organisation, to planning and running effective promotional campaigns on health and safety, using posters, leaflets, media and internet advertising, etc. Some case studies are included, and also a list of further resources in various European countries.

This publication contains information on the SME (small and medium-sized enterprises) funding scheme organised by the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work for 2003-2004. The scheme provided funding for initiatives that encourages SMEs throughout Europe to adopt good occupational safety and health practices, focusing on training for accident prevention and avoidance of health risks; information provision and communication issues; and identifying good practices to reduce dangers to health and safety. Details are given for 14 transnational projects and 26 national projects.