Injuries and illnesses among bituminous and lignite coal miners.

From: Monthly Labor Review | Date: October 1, 1993| Author: | Copyright information

Coal is one of the most important sources of energy in the United States, accounting for 33 percent of total domestic energy production.(1) But the future of coal as a leading source of energy is in doubt because of its high sulfur content and contribution to acid rain.(2) Nevertheless, for now and at least for the next generation, coal is likely to be an important source of energy production in the United States.(3)

As debate continues over the use of coal, policymakers would benefit from detailed information on the frequency and nature of injuries and illnesses incurred by ...

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