Gyeonggi Province Assembly to Establish the First Nationwide Ordinance to Support Families of Migrant Workers Who Died from Workplace Accidents
Gyeonggi Province is set to implement a pioneering ordinance providing support for families of migrant workers who die in workplace accidents, addressing gaps in welfare for these families.
Monitor Polski from March 16, 2026 (item 292)
The Polish Minister of Family, Labour and Social Policy has announced the amounts of one-time compensation payments for workplace accidents or occupational diseases for the period from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
Reasons Why People Died at Work Last Year
Last year, the Accident Insurance Center investigated ten fatal workplace accidents in Finland, revealing that most were due to known risks.
LKAB did not report accidents – admits mistakes
The mining company LKAB admitted to failing to report serious workplace incidents after an investigation revealed multiple near-death experiences among employees.
Commutes are safer than before - this many injured themselves on electric scooters
The number of workplace accidents during commutes has significantly decreased, with a notable decline in incidents involving electric scooters.
A Serious Warning for Working People
Working individuals in Finland have been advised about the high risk of slipping and falling during the late winter season, particularly in temperature ranges around freezing.
Worker dies during overhead crane inspection at Usiminas in Ipatinga
A worker at Usiminas died while performing an inspection on an overhead crane in Ipatinga, Brazil.
Farmers urged to prioritise safety after four deaths in two months
WorkSafe Victoria has initiated a campaign urging farmers to focus on safety following the recent deaths of four workers in the agricultural sector.
The increase in workplace accident lawsuits shows a high disparity between provinces
There has been a significant rise in workplace accident lawsuits across Argentina, revealing stark disparities among provinces.
ANALYSIS: The conflict between Karis and the government is more a series of workplace accidents than a grand plan
Recent tensions between Estonia's president and the government are seen more as a series of unfortunate events than a strategic scheme to discredit President Alar Karis ahead of upcoming elections.
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.
Construction Deaths Surge by 22%, Despite Improved Accident Rates in 2025
Construction deaths increased by 22% in 2025, even as overall workplace accident rates improved.
Companies with more than three workplace deaths a year to face ‘5% of operating profit penalty’... Amendment to Industrial Safety and Health Act passes parliamentary committee
A South Korean parliamentary committee has approved an amendment to the Industrial Safety and Health Act imposing penalties on companies with three or more workplace deaths annually, potentially totaling 5% of their operating profit.
The face of the Finnish coach has suffered: 'Small workplace accidents'
Finnish biathlon coach Jonne Kähkönen faced several mishaps leading up to the Olympics, resulting in injuries that he carries into the event.
[Editorial] The Court's First Acquittal under the Serious Accident Punishment Act: Will It Turn a Blind Eye to 'Death on the Job'?
The acquittal of chairman Jung Do-won under the Serious Accident Punishment Act raises concerns about corporate accountability in fatal workplace accidents in South Korea.
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.
Editorial: Coupang rummaged through employees' health records to cover up overwork deaths
Coupang, currently under investigation for systematically concealing workplace accidents, allegedly rummaged through employees' health check records in an attempt to cover up accusations of overwork leading to deaths.
Legal Column: Who Pays in an Accident at Home Office?
This article discusses the coverage of accidents that occur in a home office and whether workers are protected by insurance similar to in a traditional workplace.
686 Workers Die in Workplace Accidents Until November, 55 Less Than in 2024
A total of 686 workers have died in workplace accidents from January to November 2025, marking a decrease of 55 compared to the same period in 2024, primarily due to heart attacks, strokes, and accidents caused by falls.
Traffic accidents are the second leading cause of workplace death in Spain
Traffic accidents have become a significant risk for workers in Spain, with 239 fatalities annually, particularly affecting self-employed individuals due to their reliance on vehicles for income.