1. Identification of Risk Factors: They help in identifying specific risk factors associated with various occupations, such as exposure to toxic chemicals, repetitive strain, or psychological stress. 2. Disease Surveillance: These records enable continuous monitoring of disease incidence and prevalence in different occupational groups. 3. Policy Making: Data from occupational records inform policy decisions related to workplace safety standards and regulations. 4. Epidemiological Research: They provide a basis for epidemiological studies that investigate the causes and effects of occupational exposures.
