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A classification scheme for aggregating U.S. census occupation and industry codes

P G Schnitzer1, K Teschke, A F Olshan

  • 1Department of Epidemiology, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, USA.

American Journal of Industrial Medicine
|August 1, 1995
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Researchers developed a new occupational classification scheme to group workers by similar job tasks and potential exposures. This system aids in analyzing diverse occupations in epidemiological studies when specific exposure data is limited.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational health
  • Epidemiology
  • Industrial hygiene

Background:

  • Occupation is often used as a proxy for workplace exposures in epidemiological research.
  • Studies with numerous diverse occupations present challenges for exposure assessment.
  • Existing classification systems may not adequately capture exposure similarities across varied job roles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and describe an occupational classification scheme for use in epidemiological studies.
  • To adapt a Canadian occupational classification scheme for a U.S. study.
  • To provide a practical tool for analyzing large numbers of specific occupations with limited individual exposure data.

Main Methods:

  • A classification scheme was developed by aggregating workers based on similar job tasks and potential exposures.

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  • The scheme utilizes 56 occupational categories linked to 1980 U.S. census occupation and industry codes.
  • Development involved analyzing occupation and industry distributions in two study populations without direct exposure measurements.

    • Main Results:

    • A practical occupational classification scheme with 56 categories was created.
    • The scheme facilitates the analysis of numerous specific occupations, each with few workers.
    • It integrates U.S. census occupation and industry codes for broader applicability.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed occupational classification scheme offers a practical approach for exposure assessment in epidemiological research.
    • This system is particularly useful when detailed exposure data is unavailable.
    • It serves as a valuable starting point for researchers analyzing case-control occupational data with diverse workforces.