A sociological case study of occupational accidents in the Brazilian petrochemical industry.
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This is a case study of accidents occurring in a petrochemical plant located in South Eastern Brazil. It was based on comprehensive interviews with engineers and workers concerning major accidents. Information collected during the interviews highlighted the contrasts in how management and workers interpret industrial accidents. Some implications for actions were discussed.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Accident; analysis and prevention
دوره 31 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 1999