Figure 4

Occurrence of Physical Hazards in the Work Environment.
Surveys on Working Conditions in 1977, 1984, 1990 and 1997

 

1977

1984

1990

1997

Heat

21 %

26 %

34 %

37 %

Cold

29 %

35 %

33 %

36 %

Draughts

41 %

43 %

39 %

39 %

Humidity

 

15 %

15 %

16 %

Constant distractions

17 %

22 %

26 %

29 %

Dust

29 %

35 %

40 %

40 %

Smoke, gases, vapours

13 %

15 %

15 %

13 %

Irritant substances

15 %

18 %

19 %

18 %

Source: Finnish Statistical Centre, Survey on Working Conditions, 1997

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