Work accidents decreased last year compared to previous years
Last year, there were a total of 107,000 work accidents in Finland, a three percent decrease from the previous year, particularly due to a significant reduction in accidents occurring during commutes.
Another worker collapsed before the death of a Daebul Industrial Complex worker, but work continued
Following the recent death of a worker due to asphyxiation, it has come to light that another worker collapsed at the same site shortly before the incident, prompting calls for better safety measures.
Ancient exploitation mechanisms. Often accidents are hidden
The organizing of work for delivery riders is based on ancient mechanisms of exploitation, according to Andrea Borghesi of Nidil-Cgil, highlighting why riders' conditions continue to deteriorate.
The government implements 'total care for returning to work' for workers injured in industrial accidents, expanding support scope.
The South Korean government has launched a comprehensive program to support workers injured in industrial accidents by expanding the duration and scope of assistance during their recovery and job reintegration.
SZ Series: They Inspire: Drive for the Future World of Work
The article discusses Sensodrive, a company in Weßling that develops components for exoskeletons and robots aimed at easing human labor, especially in strenuous tasks and post-accidents.
When does an incident cease to be an accident at work and become a crime?
The article discusses the distinction between workplace accidents and criminal offenses in Poland.
Labor reform: how much will a worker earn in case of illness or accident
A new labor reform in Argentina reduces paid leave periods and modifies compensation for workers in case of illness or accidents not related to work.
Labor reform: the amendment regarding accidents or illnesses unrelated to work
The Argentine Senate approved a labor reform bill that includes a controversial amendment to Article 208 of the Labor Contract Law regarding accidents and illnesses not related to work.
30 deaths at work last year – one of the highest numbers in the last ten years
Last year, 30 workers died on the job, marking one of the highest statistics in the past decade, with traffic and crushing accidents being the most common causes.
30 dead at work last year - one of the highest figures in the last ten years
In 2022, there were 30 workplace fatalities in Norway, marking one of the highest numbers in a decade, with traffic and crush accidents being the leading causes of death.
VDI: Companies that do not comply with safety requirements will face unpleasant consequences
VDI warns that companies may be assigned to a higher social insurance tariff group for accidents if severe or fatal workplace incidents occur due to non-compliance with legal requirements by employers.
Broken arms, legs, and vertebrae. Frost is also adding work for healthcare workers in the Prachatice hospital
Healthcare workers at the Prachatice hospital are facing an increase in injuries this winter due to frost-related accidents.
Winter does not freeze the applicable work obligations
Severe snowfall leads citizens into a complex web of liability rules, clearing obligations, and labor law risks, where losing control on icy surfaces can result in accidents, hefty fines, and loss of insurance coverage.