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In France, workplace accidents affect about 4% of all employees annually, compared with 10% of employees under 25, a frequency 2.5 times higher among young workers. — INRS
Young workers are especially vulnerable during the transition from school to working life because they are both young and new to employment.
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Workplace accidents among young workers occur on average six months after they enter employment.
The occupations most affected are:
Being young and new to employment increases vulnerability → accidents peak around six months after hiring.
1. Regarding workplace accidents among young workers, which statements are correct?
2. Why are young workers particularly vulnerable during the transition into employment?
3. Professional risk analysis is intended to:
What percentage of all employees in France face workplace accidents annually?
About 4% of all employees.
What is the workplace accident rate for employees under 25 in France?
10% of employees under 25.
How much higher is the accident frequency among young workers compared to all employees?
2.5 times higher among young workers.
Why are young workers especially vulnerable during the transition from school to work?
Because they are both young and new to employment.
When do workplace accidents typically occur for young workers after starting employment?
On average six months after entering employment.
Which occupations are most affected by workplace accidents among young workers?
BIP workers, maintenance agents, cooks, butchers, charcutiers, and bakers.
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