Accidents

Accidents are a major cause of injury, disability and death, particularly among young children and older people. In England, accidents are responsible for 10,000 deaths a year. Accidents have a significant impact on society both emotionally and financially. The following factors have been proven to have an affect on accident rates:

• age
• gender - statistically males have more accidents than females
• environmental hazards - such as poorly maintained housing
• social deprivation - such as homelessness and poor health
• physical and mental health - depression and stress can increase the risk of accidents
• alcohol and drugs - is a factor in 20% - 30% of all accidents
• seasonal variations
• human behaviour - an individual's attitude toward risk and safety is a major contributor of accident rates

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Contacts

Email: members.buildings@nnpa.org.uk
Telephone: 01434 611539
Fax: 01434 611663