This paper describes the study design and gives the first results of a project in which occupational accidents related to permanent means of access - stairs, stepladders and working platforms - are investigated carefully. The study began on the 1st of June 1998 and is planned to be continued at least for five years to get enough cases for statistical analysis. The results of the first twelve months are reported.
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