Examination of Occupational Health and Safety Measures in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises:

From an Occupational Health Administration Perspective

Abstract

Japan faces projected population decline due to accelerating low birthrate and aging demographics. Additionally, work style reforms are being actively implemented. To sustain socioeconomic stability, workplaces are increasingly required to strengthen their efforts in ensuring workers’ safety and health beyond current standards. The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare is actively promoting worker health protection measures under the Industrial Safety and Health Act.