The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is the federal agency responsible for conducting research and making  recommendations for the prevention of work-related injury and illness.

NIOSH provides national and world leadership to prevent work-related illness, injury, disability, and death by gathering information, conducting scientific research, and translating the knowledge gained into products and services, including scientific information products, training videos,  and recommendations for improving safety and health in the workplace.