Evaluation of occupational health interventions using a randomized controlled trial: challenges and alternative research designs

Evaluation of occupational health interventions using a randomized controlled trial: challenges and alternative research designs

Occupational health researchers regularly conduct evaluative intervention research for which a randomized controlled trial (RCT) may not be the most appropriate design (eg, effects of policy measures, organizational interventions on work schedules). This article demonstrates the appropriateness of a...

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Main Authors: Roosmarijn MC Schelvis, Karen M Oude Hengel, Alex Burdorf, Birgitte M Blatter, Jorien E Strijk, Allard J van der Beek
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nordic Association of Occupational Safety and Health (NOROSH) 2015-09-01
Series:Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment & Health
Subjects:
rct
propensity score
stepped-wedge design
regression discontinuity
observational study design
multiple baseline design
interrupted time series
difference-in-difference
instrumental variable
experimental study design
research design
evaluation
randomized controlled trial
effectiveness
occupational health intervention
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