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Year:
1998

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Volume:
2

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Issue:
1

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Article:
2
Safety Science Monitor
Introduction

This report covers the identification of potential priority areas for the initiation of systematic activities by the Authority to reduce occupational trauma; and the review of the WorkCover database in regard to revamping and improving the claims information system for use in injury-prevention activities. A strategy for prevention is based on the understanding that occupational injuries are preventable; exposure, equipment, environment and operational procedures can be modified for preventive purposes. Solutions to these problems should, primarily, be sought in modifications of technology, organisation and exposure. Safe systems of work are the necessary foundations for safe behaviour in the workplace

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Author

Tore J Larsson

Royal Institute of Technology

GEORGE RECHNITZER

Monash University Accident Research Centre

JOAN OZANNE-SMITH

Monash University Accident Research Centre

STUART NEWSTEAD

Monash University Accident Research Centre

SANDRA GANTZER

Monash University Accident Research Centre

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