Work Related Hand and Wrist Injuries in Australia
The Work-Related Hand and Wrist Injuries in Australia report found that work-related hand and wrist injuries resulted in about 18,000 admissions to hospital over the 2 years. The most common activities associated with injuries to the hand and wrist are using a sharp edged tool, operating powered plant or machinery which was not properly guarded, using a powered hand tool or appliance which was not properly guarded, and preparing food with an appliance or a knife.
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