The U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) most current statistical information* (2009) shows a continued decline in U.S. forklift fatalities:
Fatality by Source - Forklift:
2005 - 94
2006 - 81
2007 - 78
2008 - 67
2009 - 57 (preliminary data)
*BLS statistical data is usually two years behind the current year because of the time interval needed for data collection and data analysis.
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Panthertrainer (et al):
Google: bls.gov/iif/oshwc/cfoi/cftb0244.pdf
(refer to forklifts on page 8 of 15 )
Additional fatality data can also be found in the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statstics (BLS) report: Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries (CFOI) - Current and Revised Data
Google: bls.gov/iif/oshcfoi1.htm#2009
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