Objective To explore the epidemiological characteristics of the occupational injuries in Songjiang district and to provide theoretical evidence for the establishment of effective interference measures.
Methods Occupational injuries occurred during January 2006 to December 2008 were analyzed by sex, age, injury site and injury type, using injury observation system.
Results The three years occurence rate of occupational injuries were 20.33 ‰, and the mortality was 7.75/105. The highest occurence rate of injuries(75.24%)was in the group aged between 18 and 40. The major parts of injury were upperlimb (36.63%), ankle(22.19%), lowerlimb(20.42%), and face(14.73%)respectively. The main causes of accidents were struck by objects(59.63%), mechanical equipment injuries(20.49%), and fall from higher place(16.71%)respectively.
Conclusion The significance of occupational injuries in Songjiang district should be taken into consideration, relevant prevention and control measures according to epidemiological characteristics should be taken.