This is the fourth report on the American workforce issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, and like its predecessors, it addresses primary topics of vital interest to American workers and their families.

Establishes a broad policy context found in the introduction. Contains three chapters focusing on: 1) Long-term economic, social, & demographic changes affecting the labor force; 2) Secular & cyclical changes have had on the level & distribution of earnings; & 3) Safety & health of the workplace & the factors that affect them. The report also provides statistical tables to enhance research findings.