An occupational health nurse wants to know the NAICS code of a prospective employer. Which of the following best explains why the nurse would be interested in this information? (Select all that apply.)

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All business organizations are classified within the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) with a numerical code. This code, usually a digit to digit number, indicates a company's product and, therefore, the possible types of occupational health hazards that may be associated with the processes and materials used by its employees. NAICS codes are used to collect and report data on businesses. For example, illness and injury rates of one company are compared with the rates of other companies of similar size with the same NAICS code to determine whether the company is having an excess of illness or injury. By knowing the NAICS code of a company, a health care professional can access reference books that describe the usual processes, materials, and by-products of that kind of company.

An Occupational Health Nurse Wants to Know the NAICS Code