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Depiction of Health. 2010;1(1): 22-27.
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Epidemiology and the Burden of Diseases in Health Care System

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Occupational Accidents among Clinical Staff of Tabriz University Hospitals

Leila Sahebi*, Rana Gholamzadeh Nikjoo, Majid Khalili
*Corresponding Author: Email: sahebileila@yahoo.com

Abstract

Background and Objectives : Occupational health and safety is one of the most important issues in the workplace. The purpose of this study was to explore the one –year prevalence of occupational accidents in Tabriz University hospitals. Materials and Methods : A cross-sectional study was conducted on 400 patients of seven university hospitals using researcher made questionnaire. The hospitals were selected based on their specialty of the service. Then, one hospital was selected from each specialty using random selection method. Univariate and multiple regression analyses were employed. The SPSS version 19 was used for data analysis. Results : The one-year prevalence of workplace accident was %21. Women were encountered in workplace accidents more than men (%31.1 vs. % 26.8). The youngest age group (20-30 years) experienced the most workplace accidents (%41.5). Carelessness was the main cause of the workplace accidents (%49.3). Reporting rate of the occupational accidents was% 48.3 and the most common cause for not reporting was the fear of being recognized as a less competent individual. Sick leaves due to the severity of the accident was reported %23 (median: 5 days). Over %90 of the accident victims had experienced severe stress and job pressure within the previous year. In multiple regression models, the young staff (20-30 years) with severe stress, job pressure and verbal violence victim had more chance of workplace accident. Conclusion : In addition to the high prevalence of workplace accidents, intensity and consequences of workplace accidents should be considered as well. Providing appropriate methods including prevention of accidents and education of safety along with the assistance of technical staff, managers and attendants would be helpful.
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ePublished: 25 Oct 2010
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