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Nursing and Personal Care
Facilities have one of the highest rates of injury and illness among industries
for which nationwide lost workday injury and illness (LWDII) rates were
calculated for Calendar Year 2002. According to the Bureau
of Labor Statistics in 2002 (Pg 12), 53.4 KB PDF,
nursing and personal care facilities
(employers within SIC codes 8051, 8052, and 8059) experienced an average LWDII
rate of 7.6, despite the availability of feasible controls which have been
identified to address hazards within this industry. This is more than double the
LWDII rate of 2.8 for private industry as a whole. The following questions link
to resources that provide safety and health information relevant to nursing
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What OSHA standards
apply?
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What
are some common health hazards and possible solutions in this industry?
General | Bloodborne Pathogens/Needlesticks | More |
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What are some
examples of successful safety and health program elements in this industry?
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Where can I find additional information?
Related Safety and Health Topics | News Releases | Training | More |
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What's New
 OSHA
eTools
- Nursing
Home eTool. OSHA (2000, October). This eTool focuses on recognizing and
controlling common healthcare hazards associated with work in nursing homes
and other health care facilities.
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