Abstract: The outbreak of Novel Covid-19 that fully shut down the global economy, international transport, local commuting, educational sector, entertainment industry, sports, manufacturing, agriculture and trading has introduced new occupational safety and health challenges into the global management system. The identification of psychological and social conditions that may trigger Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) critical problems /issues if not properly managed calls for immediate attention and possible solutions . Hence, the research focused on the application of Bibliotherapy in managing post covid-19 OSH psychological and social challenges that may affect workers and business operations. The study utilised the survey method in determining the most probable OSH Challenges that workers willing to return to work may encounter. The study further highlighted the possible methods of managing the OSH challenges; knowledge on the use of Bibliotherapy technique in managing psychosocial conditions in the workplace. Finally, recommendations are proffered on the application of bibliotherapy as an effective treatment.
Keywords: Bibliotherapy, Covid-19, Occupational Safety &Health, Psychosocial, Strategic management
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