Work related accidents

Recent statistics published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reveal a reduction in the numbers of people killed, injured or made ill by work during 2007/08. Great Britain (GB) has one of the lowest rates of work-related fatalities and injuries throughout the EU.

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Reported major injuries at work have fallen by approximately 9% since 2000 and reported cases continue to decrease year on year. Work-related ill-health has also reduced, although the rate of improvement here is not as significant as had been hoped. Workplace deaths fell by around 5% to 229.

Judith Hackitt, Chair of the HSE said:

"Any improvement in the number of people being injured or made ill by work must be welcomed. However, there is a need for a step change. Of particular concern are the agriculture, construction and waste and recycling industries. I am also concerned that slips and trips - which can have an enormous impact on peoples’ lives – are still not reducing. HSE is developing a new strategy that seeks to renew commitment from all those involved in health and safety to tackle these challenges and more.

"In the difficult and uncertain months ahead I urge employers not to take their eyes off the ball. Good business management will be vital and good health and safety management is an integral part of that. Health and safety contributes positively to competitiveness and should not be sacrificed in times of financial pressure."The statistics for 2007/08 show: Ill health 2.1 million people were suffering from work related illnessesInjuries Over 136,000 workers suffered injuries such as amputations, burns or fractures Working days lost 34 million working days were lost in GB due to injury and ill-health Fatalities 229 people were killed at work Enforcement 1028 offences were prosecuted by HSE 354 offences were prosecuted by local authorities

Source - HSE Website (http://www.hse.gov.uk/press/2008/e08053.htm)

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