A Literature Review of Migrant Workers’ Health and Safety

Abstract

Aims: To explore information regarding health and safety issues among migrant workers that
represent substantial fraction of workforce in developed countries
Design/methodology/approach: A systematic search was conducted through PubMed, Scopus, Web
of Science, Science Direct and Google Scholar using terms of interest in a logic grid from 1994 to
2018.
Findings: Many studies have found that numerous factors contribute to high number of work related
accidents and injuries among this group. Lack of language, educational background and culture,
exploitation, racism, discrimination and harassments and duration of residence are the main important
factors that associated with accidents and injuries of this working population group.
Research limitations/implications: Number of publications might be not captured in this literature
review. However, the findings range of studies have been analyzed and highlight the important to
develop intervention among migrant workers to improve their health and safety conditions.
Originality/value: This paper supports the argument that migrant workers are in highly risk to
experience accidents, injuries and fatalities in the workplace.
Keywords: Migrant Workers, Health and Safety, Accidents and Injuries