Impact of the type and severity of accidents on medical care costs in Ecuadorian companies in the manufacturing sector in zone 8

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José Enrique Obando Montenegro
Leonardo Álvaro Banguera Arroyo
Mario Alberto Santacruz Mora
Roger Dario Campoverde Baquerizo

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This study examines the impact of the typology and severity of occupational accidents on the costs associated with medical care in manufacturing companies in Zone 8 of Ecuador. It analyzes the importance of accident prevention and occupational safety management in reducing these costs and improving the health and well-being of workers. A quantitative investigation was carried out that included the collection of data on accidents, medical costs and other related factors. The results reveal the significant relationship between accident typology and medical care costs, highlighting the importance of prevention and occupational safety management.

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Impact of the type and severity of accidents on medical care costs in Ecuadorian companies in the manufacturing sector in zone 8. (2024). Revista Científica Interdisciplinaria Investigación Y Saberes, 14(3), 133-163. http://revistasdigitales.utelvt.edu.ec/revista/index.php/investigacion_y_saberes/article/view/287

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