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2. Breakdown of Occupational Accidents

(7) Occupational Accidents Caused by Machinery and Equipment
  A total of 41,384 workers were involved in occupational accidents caused by machinery and equipment in 2003, accounting for 31.1% of occupational accidents that year. These figures indicate that such accidents still occur frequently.

Fig. 17 Trends in the Number of Deaths and Injuries due to Machinery and Equipment
(1976-2003)
Number of deaths and injuries requiring an absence of 4 days or more


Source: (1976-1998) Data from Worker Accident Compensation Insurance Benefits.
(1999-2003) Report of Workers Casualties.

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