Safe Work Australia has released key statistics on work-related injuries, diseases and fatalities. While the report shows a downward trend in both worker fatalities and in the rates of serious injury over the period 2003 to 2013, the total number of serious workers’ compensation claims (117,815 in 2012-13) and worker fatalities (196 in 2013) are significant. The report also highlights that:
- The agriculture, forestry and fishing industry remains a poor safety performer recording both the highest serious injury rates and workplace fatalities (followed closely by the transport, postal and warehousing industry).
- Most work-related fatalities occur as a result of vehicle incidents.
- Labourers account for the greatest number of serious injury claims.
If you would like to discuss these statistics, or for further information on employment, industrial relations and OH&S, please contact:
Louise Houlihan
Principal
Sladen Legal
03 9611 0144
lhoulihan@sladen.com.au
or
Joanna Bandara
Associate
Sladen Legal
03 9611 0196
jbandara@sladen.com.au