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  • The study analyzed workers' compensation claims for occupational dermatitis in Oregon from 1990-1997, focusing on rates classified by age, sex, and occupation.
  • Significant differences were found in dermatitis claim rates by various demographics, with farming and fishing industries experiencing the highest rates.
  • The average claim cost was $3,552 with a disability duration of about 24 days, highlighting the ongoing issue of occupational dermatitis and the need for targeted interventions, especially for newly employed workers.
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One of the most serious occupational problems in the workplace is the occurrence of violent assaults. This study examined 2028 workers' compensation claims of workplace violence from Oregon between 1990 and 1997, and used Current Population Survey data for risk analysis. The rate of workplace violence was 1.

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