Worker Deaths by Falls

Many American workers, regardless of industry or occupation, are exposed to fall hazards daily during performance of their job tasks. This report describes the magnitude of the problem of occupational falls in the U.S., identifies potential risk factors for fatal injury, & provides recommendations for developing effective safety programs to reduce the risk of fatal falls. It summarizes surveillance data & investigative reports of fatal work-related falls from elevations. It reviews what is known about occupational fatalities due to falls from elevations, identifies common risk factors & exposures, & recommends general approaches to preventing these fatal events. Illustrated.Rosenstock, Linda is the author of 'Worker Deaths by Falls', published 2001 under ISBN 9780756714260 and ISBN 0756714265.