Journal of occupational and environmental medicine
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J. Occup. Environ. Med. · Dec 2007
An epidemiological and risk analysis of Virginia workers' compensation burn claims 1999 to 2002: identifying and prioritizing preventive workplace interventions.
This study examines workers' compensation burn claims from Virginia to assess risk factors and costs associated with occupational burn injuries. ⋯ Burns are a common injury experienced by workers and are often severe. Assessing personnel issues affecting weekend employees may lead to valuable preventive interventions to reduce burn risk.
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J. Occup. Environ. Med. · Dec 2007
Occupational medicine residency graduate survey: assessment of training programs and core competencies.
This study provides insight into Occupational Medicine (OM) residency graduates and how residency programs are meeting their education goals. ⋯ OM residency graduates over the past 10 years were highly satisfied with OM residency training, with the training generally meeting practice needs.