Current State of Workplace Safety in the UK: HSE Data Analysis 2022-2023
The HSE data for April 2022 to March 2023 provides a detailed picture of workplace safety in the UK, highlighting both successes and areas for improvement.
Work-Related Fatalities
Tragically, the report records:
- 135 workers killed in work-related accidents, emphasising the ongoing risks in various work environments.
Non-Fatal Workplace Injuries
The frequency and impact of non-fatal injuries include:
- 561,000 workers sustaining non-fatal injuries, based on Labour Force Survey self-reports.
- 60,645 injuries reported by employers under RIDDOR.
- A total of 3.7 million working days lost due to these injuries.
Long-Term Injury Trends
Fatal and non-fatal injuries show:
- A long-term downward trend in fatal injuries, with recent rates similar to pre-coronavirus levels.
- A generally downward trend in non-fatal injuries, aligning with or improving upon pre-pandemic figures.
Common Types of Non-Fatal Injuries
The most frequently reported injuries include:
- Slips, trips, or falls on the same level (32%)
- Handling, lifting, or carrying (17%)
- Being struck by moving objects (11%)
Severity of Injuries
The impact of non-fatal injuries on worker absence:
- 22% led to more than 7 days of absence.
- 78% resulted in up to 7 days of absence.
Conclusion
This HSE report underscores the critical need for continuous improvement in workplace safety, aiming to reduce both fatal and non-fatal injuries in UK workplaces.
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