A comparison of licensed and un-licensed artisanal and small-scale gold miners (ASGM) in terms of socio-demographics, work profiles, and injury rates

A comparison of licensed and un-licensed artisanal and small-scale gold miners (ASGM) in terms of socio-demographics, work profiles, and injury rates

Abstract Background Artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) represents one of the most hazardous work environments. While formalization of this sector has been suggested (e.g., Minamata Convention) as a means to improve working conditions, we are unaware of empirical evidence that supports this...

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Main Authors: Benedict N. L. Calys-Tagoe, Edith Clarke, Thomas Robins, Niladri Basu
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-11-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Subjects:
Miners
Occupational health
Occupational injuries
Public health
Workplace
Vulnerable populations
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12889-017-4876-5

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