Nonfatal Occupational Injuries and Illnesses of Workers Aged 14 and Older, by Sex and Age,* 2006
| Age Group | Percent of Workers | |
|---|---|---|
| Female | Male | |
| 14-19 Years | 3.3% | 3.4% |
| 20-34 Years | 29.7% | 36.4% |
| 35-44 Years | 25.0% | 25.8% |
| 45-54 Years | 25.2% | 21.1% |
| 55 Years and Older | 15.8% | 12.2% |
*Percentages do not equal 100 because age was not reported in 1.1 percent of cases and rounding.↑
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. Case and Demographic Characteristics for Work-related Injuries and Illnesses Involving Days Away From Work, Supplemental Tables, 2006. [Table 1b] http://bls.gov/iif/oshcdnew.htm, accessed 01/28/08.
