Citation

Scheuch K, Kundiev YI. Int. J. Occup. Safety Ergonomics 2001; 7(4): 481-491.

Affiliation

Institute and Outpatient Clinic for Occupational and Social Medicine, University of Technology, Dresden, Germany. scheuch@imib.med.tu-dresden.de

Copyright

(Copyright © 2001, Centralny Instytut Ochrony Pracy - Państwowy Instytut Badawczy, Publisher Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

11743909

Abstract

This article focuses on individual effects of the transformation from communist to capitalist structures in the system of occupational health and safety (OHS). Despite basic similarities among the communist nations the systems of OHS differed immensely. The political changes during transformation additionally contributed to varying opportunities for the development of OHS systems. Changes affecting the living and working conditions are significant and are demonstrated by the development of new work structures and work biographies. This is reflected in changed attitudes to demands and contents of work. No differences, however, were found between the employed and unemployed when asked about these issues. Conclusions for OHS in postcommunist states are drawn.

Language: en