P-540 Association Between Occupational Accidents and Employee Turnover

Introduction This study aimed to examine the relationship between occupational accidents and employee turnover. Methods We conducted an online self-administered questionnaire survey to workers aged 20 years old or more in Japan in March 2022, followed by a second survey in March 2023 (prospective cohort study). Participants were segmented into two groups: those who had experienced occupational accidents in the preceding year (group 1) and those who had not (group 2). Employee turnover was defined as cessation of employment between the two survey periods. We examined the relationship between occupational accidents and employee turnover using logistic regression analysis. This study was approved by the Ethics Committee of the UOEH. Results Of the 16,629 respondents, 890 reported an occupational accident at baseline. Compared to group 2, the odds ratios for employee turnover were 1.83 (1.59-2.01) for group 1. Working in a large company (OR=0.81, 95%CI: 0.74-0.89) and receiving support from supervisors (OR=0.97, 95%CI: 0.96-0.99) were factors associated with reduced employee turnover due to occupational accidents. Discussion The study reveals a significant relationship between occupational accidents and employee turnover, with other factors also playing a role. Despite providing crucial insights, the study acknowledges its limitations, including the restricted number of data points collected. Conclusion The study suggests that measures aimed at reducing occupational accidents and bolstering supervisors support could be effective strategies to avert employee turnover.