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Lost-time work accidents in an industry.

C K Chew

    The New Zealand Medical Journal
    |August 22, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    The introduction of the Accident Compensation Act led to a 150% rise in lost-time work accidents, primarily due to benefit rate changes. Effective safety programs can significantly reduce accident rates.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health and Safety
    • Workplace Accident Analysis
    • Industrial Hygiene

    Background:

    • The study examines lost-time work accidents in a paper-manufacturing plant.
    • Accident statistics were analyzed before and after the implementation of the Accident Compensation Act on April 1, 1974.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the trends in lost-time work accidents.
    • To determine the impact of the Accident Compensation Act on accident reporting.
    • To evaluate the effectiveness of safety programs in reducing accidents.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of company records on lost-time work accidents.
    • Comparison of accident statistics from 1973 to 1977.
    • Correlation of accident trends with workforce changes and legislative implementation.

    Main Results:

    • A 150% increase in reported lost-time work accidents occurred between 1973 and 1977.
    • Workforce increased by only 24% during the same period.
    • Changes in benefit rates under the Accident Compensation Act are identified as a primary driver for increased reporting.

    Conclusions:

    • The Accident Compensation Act significantly influenced the reporting of lost-time work accidents.
    • Management commitment to safety programs is crucial for reducing accident frequency.
    • The firm's average accident frequency rate from 1961 to 1982 was 5.71 per 100,000 man-hours.

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