“Análisis del nivel de siniestralidad laboral en las industrias manufactureras de la ciudad de Cuenca, periodo 2022-2024 : Tendencias, causas y estrategias para la prevención”

Abstract

This research addresses occupational accident rates in the manufacturing industries of the city of Cuenca during the period 2022-2024. This sector is a strategic pillar of the local economy; however, it has high levels of risk exposure due to the nature of its production processes. The main objective of the study is to determine the existing accident rate, identify the causes and factors that influence it, and propose strategies aimed at improving occupational safety. The methodology used is quantitative, based on the application of 50 surveys, with a convenience sample, given the difficulties in accessing information for a random sample. The analysis was based on statistical and comparative procedures using primary and secondary data in order to obtain objective and verifiable results. The expected findings include identifying the labor subsectors and profiles with the highest accident incidence. Control variables, including age and work experience, were also considered. In addition, a seasonal trend in the incidence of accidents is anticipated, with peaks between July and September, whose variation depends on the type of company and its operational workload. Finally, it is expected to verify the direct relationship between occupational accidents and work-related illnesses with accident rates.