Abstract
Abstract Occupational injuries constitute a problem of major individual and social significance. The incidence, severity and costliness of occupational injuries justify the attention of behavior analysts. Given the assumption that injury is a consequence of behavior behavior analysis would seem especially relevant to the field of injury prevention. The purpose of this article is to provide a description of the application of behavioral principles to the primary prevention of occupational injuries. Since the 1970's there has been an increasing number of reports of the successful application of behavioral principles in a variety of occupational settings. The article reviews the logic behind the application of behavior principles and provides a summary of how to to identify behavioral targets in occupational settings. Examples of behavioral programs designed to increase safe behaviors are given. The article concludes with a discussion and suggestions for future efforts by behavior analysts.
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