What is the permanent disability percentage for an electrician with a knee injury resulting in a 10-degree loss of detention?

The determination of permanent disability percentage for a knee injury, such as a 10-degree loss of flexion (detention in this context refers to the ability to bend the knee), is guided by the California Workers' Compensation Permanent Disability Rating Schedule.

In California, the extent of permanent disability is often assessed based on specific criteria, including the body part involved and the severity of the injury measured through degrees of loss in functionality.

A 10-degree loss of flexion in the knee typically corresponds to a recognizable impact on function, where each degree of loss contributes toward the overall disability rating. The rating schedule indicates that a 10-degree loss of flexion results in a disability percentage of approximately 16%. This percentage reflects the impact this limitation has on an individual’s ability to perform tasks and engage in work-related activities, particularly for a physically demanding job, such as an electrician.

This calculation considers both the functional limitations posed by the knee injury as well as the nature of the work performed by the individual. Comparatively, the other options reflect higher percentages and would typically be associated with more significant functional losses or different injuries altogether. Thus, in this scenario, 16% is the appropriate and accurate rating for a 10-degree loss of flexion