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September 1, 2002 | Courtney, Theodore K; Webster, Barbara S | Copyright

Safety Research

What can BLS data reveal about disabling injuries?

THE U.S. BUREAU OF LABOR STATISTICS'S (BLS) ai al survey of occupational injuries and illnesses (SOII) is Frequently utilized source of data on national occupational morbidity. In 1992, BLS introduced an expanded survey method that collects more detailed data on cases with days-away-from-work (DAFW). While the new method provides detail on the body part, nature of injury, extent and certain antecedents of these cases, the published data are most often presented univariately. This makes it difficult to assess the extent of many common injuries.

Although the Internet offers expanded access to SOII data, getting correct answers about injuries and illnesses from the data can still be a challenge. …

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