Description

For sample persons ages 18 and older who were employed in the last two weeks, WEXCOND reports whether or not she/he is exposed to any work conditions that could endanger her/his own health, such as loud noise, extreme heat or cold, physical or mental stress, or radiation, in her/his current job.

This variable was introduced in 1985 as part of a series of variables on occupational safety and health. For related variables, please use the IPUMS NHIS search function and drop-down menus.

Comparability

This variable has no comparability issues.

Universe

Availability

• 1985

Weights

• 1985 : SAMPWEIGHT