Kniesner, Thomas J.; Leeth, John D. - In: Journal of Risk and Uncertainty 29 (2004) 2, pp. 83-111
Using recently assembled data from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) we shed new light on the regulatory approach to workplace safety. Because all underground coal mines are inspected quarterly, MSHA regulations will not be ineffective because of infrequent inspections. From over...