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Mortality patterns among electrical workers employed in the U.S. construction industry, 1982-1987.

C F Robinson1, M Petersen, S Palu

  • 1National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Division of Surveillance, Hazard Evaluations and Field Studies, Cincinnati, Ohio 45226, USA. CFR2@CDC.GOV

American Journal of Industrial Medicine
|November 16, 1999
PubMed
Summary

This study found higher mortality rates for construction electrical workers, including cancers and injuries. Further research is needed to identify specific occupational risks and improve safety practices in this hazardous field.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Environmental Health

Background:

  • Previous studies indicated excess site-specific cancers in electrical workers in utility and manufacturing sectors.
  • No prior research had investigated mortality patterns within the electrical construction industry.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate mortality patterns among U.S. electrical workers in the construction industry.
  • To identify potential occupational risk factors contributing to excess mortality.

Main Methods:

  • A cohort mortality study was conducted on 31,068 U.S. members of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
  • Data spanned deaths occurring between 1982 and 1987.
  • Mortality was compared to the general U.S. population using NIOSH life tables.

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Main Results:

  • Significantly elevated proportionate mortality ratios (PMRs) were observed for leukemia (PMR=115) and brain tumors (PMR=136).
  • Excess deaths were noted for melanoma skin cancer (PMR=123), asbestos-related diseases (lung cancer, asbestosis, mesothelioma), and fatal injuries including electrocutions (PMR=1180).
  • Unexpectedly high PMRs were found for prostate cancer, musculoskeletal diseases, suicide, and disorders of blood-forming organs.

Conclusions:

  • The findings highlight elevated mortality risks in the electrical construction industry.
  • Further investigation into specific occupational exposures and preventive measures is crucial.
  • Recommendations are made for enhanced safety protocols to mitigate risks in this hazardous occupation.