Average annual reported incidence of occupational asthma per million people employed, by occupation, 1996–99 (self employed workers excluded)
| Occupation | n | Working population | Incidence rate (95% CI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakers and pastry makers | 410 | 150000 | 683 (617 to 749) |
| Car painters | 111 | 85000 | 326 (265 to 387) |
| Hairdressers | 138 | 112000 | 308 (256 to 359) |
| Wood workers | 89 | 102000 | 218 (172 to 264) |
| Cleaners | 74 | 336000 | 55 (42 to 68) |
| Health workers | 213 | 1305000 | 41 (35 to 46) |