An Analysis of Work-related Injury Rates Between Hispanic and Non-Hispanic U.S. Workers
Author | : Gregory R. Wolf |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 116 |
Release | : 2010 |
Genre | : Industrial safety |
ISBN | : |
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Governmental data and inferential statistical analyses determine whether significant differences in occupational risks exist between Hispanic and non-Hispanic populations. An examination of fatally injured workers using ANOVA and Paired t-Tests to analyze retrospective data collections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Occupational Safety and Health Statistics program show significant differences between these two groups. Conversely, no significant differences appear to occur between these groups when examining their severe non-fatal injuries and illnesses. Addressing the influence of language, training, and cultural factors is necessary when qualifying these results. This research elucidates factors potentially influencing these results and suggests ways to align governmental data with current safety theories and national priorities.