Nils Bull1. 1. Department of Ophthalmology, Haukeland University Hospital, Bergen, Norway. nils.bull@isf.uib.no
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Eyes are frequently injured in occupational accidents. What is the preventive effect of mandatory eye protection in metalworking? METHODS: The injury incidence was determined before and after eye protection became mandatory in a metalworking yard. RESULTS: The incidence declined from 6.09 to 0.42 injuries per million working hours after eye protection became mandatory. CONCLUSIONS: Mandatory eye protection among metalworkers in Norway has high potential for preventing eye injuries and should be implemented.
BACKGROUND: Eyes are frequently injured in occupational accidents. What is the preventive effect of mandatory eye protection in metalworking? METHODS: The injury incidence was determined before and after eye protection became mandatory in a metalworking yard. RESULTS: The incidence declined from 6.09 to 0.42 injuries per million working hours after eye protection became mandatory. CONCLUSIONS: Mandatory eye protection among metalworkers in Norway has high potential for preventing eye injuries and should be implemented.
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