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The sociologic context of occupational health in South Africa

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  • Myers, J.E.
  • Macun, I.

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The early history of the occupational health system in South Africa is outlined up to the early 1970s which mark a political and social transition in the society. Relevant demographic and social data are provided, and the roles and mutual relations of capital, labor, state, and academic sectors are discussed. During the past 15 years there has been heightened occupational health activity. Major legislative activity has included several commissions, the promulgation of new laws and regulations governing the workplace, and deregulatory measures in a contradictory mix. Conflictual relations between social forces are illustrated by two examples involving the introduction of safety representatives in the workplace, and compensation for occupational lung disease. The implications of wider political and ecomonic realities are analyzed, and current and probably future trends in the evolution of the occupational health system are identified.

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  • Myers, J.E. & Macun, I., 1989. "The sociologic context of occupational health in South Africa," American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, vol. 79(2), pages 216-224.
    • Handle: RePEc:aph:ajpbhl:1989:79:2:216-224_8
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