Table 4. Number and rate of nonfatal injuries and illnesses in the construction industry, 2003–04
Case Type 2003 2004
Number Rate Number Rate

Total cases

408,300 6.8 401,000 6.4

Days away from work, job transfer, or restriction

218,000 3.6 212,200 3.4

Days away from work

155,400 2.6 153,200 2.4

Job transfer or restriction

62,500 1.0 59,000 0.9

Other recordable cases

190,300 3.2 188,900 3.0

Note: Rate equals number of injuries and illnesses per 100 full-time workers.