How Safe Is Your State For Workers?
How well are employers in your state controlling the incidence of workplace injuries? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the best indicator of a state’s performance compared to other states is its injury rate. Check the map below to see how your state ranks. For more detailed information about your state, consult with your state’s Department of Labor.
Rate* of total recordable injuries, by state, 2004.
- Black - higher than 5.9
- White - 5.1 to 5.9
- Yellow - 4.3 to 5.0
- Blue - lower than 4.3
- Gray - Data not available
National Rate for Private Industry = 4.8
*Rate is the number of injuries per 100 full-time workers. Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
