Occupational injuries among children and adolescents in Cusco Province: a cross-sectional study

A significant prevalence of occupational injuries among child laborers (10–17 years old) was identified in Cusco Province, with 3% reporting severe injuries such as fractures or amputations. Falls and car accidents were the most common causes, while high daily income emerged as a risk factor for falls and physical violence at work. Children born in Cusco and those employed in the service sector faced elevated risks of car accident-related injuries. The study, conducted through cross-sectional interviews with 375 public night school students (91.5% response rate), highlights the vulnerability of child workers to severe occupational hazards despite economic gains.

Schlick, C., Joachin, M., Briceño, L., Moraga, D., & Radon, K. (2014). Occupational injuries among children and adolescents in Cusco Province: a cross-sectional study. BMC Public Health, 14(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/1471-2458-14-766