Table 3

Hazard ratio (job category against all other dust exposed) for silicosis* and bronchial carcinoma* for each job category

Silicosis*Bronchial carcinoma*
Hazard ratio95% CIpHazard ratio95% CIp
*Bronchial cancer: both primary cause of death and additional disease. Silicosis: according to death certificate (cause of death and additional disease) or based on compensation payments.
Foundries2.491.80 to 1.46<0.000.980.74 to 1.300.90
Other metal industries0.130.07 to 0.26<0.000.720.52 to 1.010.06
Brick and stone industry0.760.33 to 1.710.501.761.06 to 2.940.03
Glass and pottery works0.850.51 to 1.420.531.511.03 to 2.220.04
Others1.680.89 to 3.180.110.810.36 to 1.830.61
Multiple1.830.99 to 3.380.050.810.36 to 1.820.60