Last year, workplace accidents that occurred during commutes saw a marked reduction, dropping to 15% of the total accident rate. According to the Accident Insurance Center, 107,000 workplace accidents were recorded in 2025, with 87,000 occurring at workplaces and 20,000 during commutes. This decline is indicative of improved safety measures or possibly favorable weather conditions during the year.

Most commute-related accidents affected pedestrians and cyclists, with 11,200 incidents involving pedestrians and 4,900 involving cyclists. Additionally, 500 accidents were reported for electric scooter riders during commutes. The Accident Insurance Center attributes the significant drop in commute-related accidents to weather conditions, citing that the late part of 2025 was extremely warm, contrasting with 2024 which experienced two periods of slippery weather contributing to higher commute accident numbers.

At workplaces, the most common causes of accidents remained similar, primarily due to slips, trips, and falls, as well as various objects and sudden physical strains. The number of workplace accidents remained consistent with the level observed in 2024, indicating stable safety performance in those environments despite the increase in commute-related incidents in the previous year due to adverse weather. This highlights the importance of continued focus on safety measures for both commuting and workplace environments.