Figure 3-4. Number and rate of fatal occupational injuries by race in the agriculture, forestry, and fishing industry, 1992-2001.(Fatality data exclude New York City.) White workers accounted for the highest number of fatal occupational injuries (7,018) in agriculture, forestry, and fishing during 1992-2001. The highest rate was observed among black workers (26.9 fatalities per 100,000 employed workers). American Indians or Alaska Natives had the lowest number (60) and rate (20.7 per 100,000) of fatal occupational injuries.
(Sources: BLS [2002a,b]; Myers [2003].)
