Health and Safety Statistics
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Key Areas of Workplace Injuries and Fatalities
Overview
Workplace safety can be understood by examining three key areas:
1. Fatalities at Work
The leading causes of fatalities at work are:
- Falls from height
- Being struck by moving vehicles
- Being struck by flying or falling objects
2. Major Injuries Resulting in Time Off Work
Serious accidents causing individuals to be off work are often due to:
- Slips, trips, and falls
- Falls from height
- Being struck by flying or falling objects
3. Being Off Work for More Than Seven Days
The main causes for prolonged absence from work (more than seven days) include:
- Manhandling
- Slips, trips, and falls
- Being struck by flying or falling objects
Focus of Health and Safety Inspections
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) often centres its education and inspections on these key areas. Notably, falls from height are a major concern, as they are significant contributors to both fatal and serious incidents in the workplace.