Melody Kay Gwilliam, Christina Maria Socias-Morales, Scott Allen Hendricks, Karen Elizabeth Innes, Audrey Ann Reichard, Heidi A Stallings, Laura Kathryn Pick, Ashley Elizabeth Rutherford, Gordon S Smith
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Analysis of severity of finger, hand, and wrist injuries among Department of Air Force workers.
Objective: This study examined U.S. Department of the Air Force (DAF) work-related finger, hand, and/or wrist (FHW) injuries, and focusing on injury characteristics, severity, and outcomes.
Methods: Characteristics, details, and severity of work-related, noncombat FHW injuries (2008-2018) were examined. Rates, patterns of severity and identification of at-risk populations within DAF were calculated.
Results: Nearly a quarter of DAF injuries were FHW-related and decreased from 2008-2018. The highest rates were among males, younger workers and enlisted workers. Odds of severe injury increased with age group. After adjustment sex was not significantly different. Aircraft maintenance had the most severe injuries, while metal workers had the highest rate.
Conclusions: Surveillance and focused interventions of high-risk groups, standardized codes, and regular updating of training and procedures contribute to continued reduction of FHW injuries.