This report is one of a series of reports developed to describe the prevalence of disability and morbidity among current workers within these eight industry sectors. Survey data from the years 1997-2007 were used to describe the five aspects of worker's health, including (1) health status; (2) physical activity limitations or disability; (3) prevalent chronic conditions; (4) access to and use of health care services; and (5) health risk factors or behaviors. The report was developed as a descriptive resource to supplement ongoing research and guide occupational health research and research-to-practice activities within industry.
