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US DOL Statistics
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), often referred to as ergonomic injuries,
accounted for 33% of all workplace injuries and illnesses requiring time away from
work in 2011.
Industries with the highest total number of nonfatal injuries
(private sector) in 2011
Transportation and warehousing
185,000
Accommodation and food services
269,200
Retail trade
413,200
Manufacturing
455,600
Health care and social assistance
592,600
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Enhesa 2013
100,000
200,000
300,000
400,000
# of injuries
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500,000
600,000
700,000
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