Incidence and Causal Factors. As of 1988, 4% of the total U.S. work force was employed by hospitals. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that hospital employees are 41% more likely to need time off due to injury or illness than employees in other industries.

1. Introduction
2. Typical Hazards and Health Effects
3. Investigation Guidelines
4. Controls and Prevention
5. Bibliography

Appendix VI:1-1. Biological Agents--Blood and Body Fluids
Appendix VI:1-2. Chemical Agents
Appendix VI:1-3. Physical Agents