@article{ref1,
title="Fatal falls from roofs among U.S. construction workers",
journal="Journal of safety research",
year="2013",
author="Dong, Xiuwen Sue and Choi, Sang D. and Borchardt, James G. and Wang, Xuanwen and Largay, Julie A.",
volume="44",
number="",
pages="17-24",
abstract="INTRODUCTION: This study examined trends and patterns of fatal falls from roofs in the U.S. construction industry over an 18-year period (1992-2009), with detailed analysis for 2003-2009. METHODS: Two large national datasets were analyzed: the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries and the Current Population Survey. RESULTS: Roof fatalities accounted for one-third of fatal falls in construction in 1992-2009. A disproportionately high percentage (67%) of deaths from roof falls occurred in small construction establishments (1-10 employees). Roofers, ironworkers, workers employed with roofing contractors, or working at residential construction sites, had a higher risk of roof fatalities. A higher rate of roof fatalities was also found among younger (<20years) and older (>44years) workers, Hispanics, and immigrant workers. CONCLUSION: Roof fatalities corresponded with economic cycles and differed among construction subgroups and worksites. Impact on Industry: Prevention strategies should target high-risk worker groups and small establishments.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0022-4375",
doi="10.1016/j.jsr.2012.08.024",
url="http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jsr.2012.08.024"
}