ABSTRACT
Technological development over the past century and especially since the Second World War has contributed enormously to economic growth and social progress in the industrialized world. It is beyond doubt that technological advancement has elevated the standard of living of mankind and has contributed greatly to the reduction of many sources of occupational accidents, injuries and stresses. However, advanced technology has also brought new sources of work stress and injuries. The complexity of the modern technology and the changing nature of work, work organization and production systems are placing extra high demands on the workforce. As a result, the degree and pattern of problems at work are changing along with the technological changes.
