TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2013//
TI  - Fatal falls from roofs among U.S. construction workers
JO  - Journal of safety research
A1  - Dong, Xiuwen Sue
A1  - Choi, Sang D.
A1  - Borchardt, James G.
A1  - Wang, Xuanwen
A1  - Largay, Julie A.
SP  - 17
EP  - 24
VL  - 44
IS  - 
N2  - 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>
LA  - en
SN  - 0022-4375
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jsr.2012.08.024
ID  - ref1
ER  -