The Frequency, Severity, and Economic Consequences of Musculoskeletal Injuries to Firefighters in California
Author | : Seth A. Seabury |
Publisher | : RAND Corporation |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2010 |
ISBN-10 | : 0833050028 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780833050021 |
Rating | : 4/5 (021 Downloads) |
Download or read book The Frequency, Severity, and Economic Consequences of Musculoskeletal Injuries to Firefighters in California written by Seth A. Seabury and published by RAND Corporation. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most common work-related injuries among firefighters are musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Understanding the frequency and severity of firefighter MSDs is more important with recent changes to California workers' compensation. This book describes the effect of work-related MSDs on firefighters' earnings and employment, the reforms' impact on disability ratings, and employment outcomes since the reforms to the medical delivery system.