Workplace health understandings and processes in small businesses: a systematic review of the qualitative literature.

Introduction: Small businesses (SBs) play an important role in global economies, employ half of all workers, and pose distinct workplace health problems. This systematic review of qualitative peer-reviewed literature was carried out to identify and synthesize research findings about how SB workplace parties understand and enact processes related to occupational health and safety (OHS).

Methods: The review was conducted as part of a larger mixed-method review and in consultation with stakeholders.