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Slips, Trips and Falls (STF) International Conference was first held in Hopkinton, USA (2007), followed by successful conferences in Nottingham, UK (2008), Beijing, China (2009), Morgantown, USA (2010), Buxton, UK (2011), Recife, Brazil (2012), Tokyo, Japan (2013), Melbourne, Australia (2015), London, UK (2016), Toronto, Canada (2017), Florence, Italy (2018), Madrid, Spain (2020), Sendai, Japan (2022).

On June 1 st and 2 nd 2023, the international STF conference will be held again in Toronto, Canada, and hosted by The KITE Research Institute - University Health Network. This conference aims to bring together experts from North America and around the world to share research excellence, industrial advances and policy innovations in slip/trip/fall-related injury prevention. This conference is expecting to draw delegates from a wide variety of safety-related sectors, including risk and safety managers, architects and designers, planners and facilities managers, ergonomists and forensics experts, footwear or flooring manufacturers, policymakers, standards committee members, other safety and healthcare professionals, researchers, and engineering.

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The 2023 Slips, Trips, and Falls International Conference aims to:

• Bring international attention and generate media interest in the issue of slip/trip/fall prevention
• Inspire further development and advancement of slip/trip/fall prevention across numerous industries
• Learn about international and “state of the art” developments on slip/trip/fall prevention evidence and programming
• Foster new networks, collaborations and partnerships for the advancement of the art and science of slip/trip/fall prevention
• Share ideas for innovative and creative solutions to the growing problem of slip/trip/fall-related injuries among our aging population

Conference format

Hybrid (in-person and online)

While it is hoped that everyone will be able to come to the conference to enjoy the stimulating discussions and camaraderie, we are holding a hybrid event to overcome any potential travel difficulties associated with the Covid-19 pandemic.

International Ergonomics Association (IEA) Slips, Trips, and Falls Technical Committee

Organizing Committee

• Alison Novak (Conference Co-Chair, The KITE Research Institute - University Health Network, Canada)
• Sophia Yue Li (Conference Co-Chair and STF committee Co-Chair, The KITE Research Institute - University Health Network, Canada)
• Iris Levine (The KITE Research Institute - University Health Network, Canada)
• Emily Cheung (The KITE Research Institute - University Health Network, Canada)
• Katrina Mae Tapang (The KITE Research Institute - University Health Network, Canada)

Important Dates

Call for abstracts is now open.

The KITE Research Institute, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute-UHN would like to invite you to submit abstracts for presentations at the Slips, Trips, and Falls International Conference 2023.

This STF Conference will provide a forum to discuss various aspects of fall prevention and protection in the community and workplace. Researchers, policymakers, technical experts and others around the world will present their latest work and products and exchange research ideas.

Abstracts will be accepted as " Individual (oral) presentations " OR as " Extended discussions/panel presentations ". Each abstract may only be submitted in one category of presentation.

• Measurement principles and technology
• Human/behavioural factors
• Risk-assessment
• Architectural design
• Practical analysis and accident investigation
• Case studies
• Products to reduce slips, trips and falls
• Cleaning and maintenance
• Footwear and flooring
• Training and education
• Public health policy
• National and International safety standards
• Other – You are not limited to the key themes identified above
• Preventing outdoor slips, trips and falls
• Slips and falls in winter
• Footwear design
• Falls from height
• Falls prevention and protection in the construction industry
• Bathrooms and changing rooms (i.e. wet environments)
• Healthcare environments (i.e. hospitals, long term care facilities)
• Tribometers
• Stairs and ramps
• Slips at work
• Slips, trips and falls in a home environment
• Luminance contrast
• Use of virtual reality
• Other – You are not limited to the topics identified above

Individual (oral) presentations

Individual presentations are sessions in which scientific, theoretical, and professional issues or practice information is exchanged. It is recommended that only one person present. The total length of the session is ~15 minutes. This includes any Q&A time.

Extended discussions/panel presentations

Extended/panel discussions are intended to be an interactive, discussion-oriented forum, and may incorporate experience and knowledge of basic mechanisms through to application within industry, public health, and/or policy. Those interested in facilitating an extended/panel discussion are strongly encouraged to propose topics/sessions that will engage both the panelists and the audience and/or offer a learning experience on a particular topic. Panels should not be a series of short talks akin to an “Individual presentations” session. Panel organizers are responsible for the recruitment of panel members, and all panel members must be registered to attend the conference. Extended discussion abstracts must include a description of how the session will be facilitated. The total length of the session is ~60 minutes. This includes any group discussion and Q&A time.

To submit an abstract:

Please download the abstract template here

Individual (oral) presentations:

We are committed to flexibility. Therefore, abstracts can be submitted either in a traditional, structured format (i.e. Introduction, Methods, Results, Conclusion), or as a brief summary outlining your contribution to the key theme and topical area. Abstracts must be no longer than 300 words. You may include one figure or table. All abstracts must be submitted in English. Please include 3-5 keywords to help us place your presentation in the appropriate session.

Extended discussions/panel presentations:

Please submit a maximum 1000-word plan for the panel presentation, including the overall theme and organization, the name of the panelists and a 100-word description of each panelist. You may include one figure or table. All abstracts must be submitted in English.

*Please identify the presentation type (Individual OR Extended/panel discussion) when submitting your abstract

Please submit abstracts (PDF files only) at https://kite-uhn.com/stf/registration

Abstract submission deadline: January 15, 2023

Acceptance Requirements:

Upon submission, the primary contact will be notified by email that the abstract has been received. Authors of successful submissions will be notified by email by March 1, 2023. The successful presenting author(s) must register for the conference by March 31, 2023 to be included in the conference program. All costs to attend the conference are the sole responsibility of the presenters. For more information, please visit our website and search under the Program tab: https://kite-uhn.com/stf?program

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STF 2023 Full Program

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International Conference on Slips, Trips, and Falls (STF) 2023

Slips, Trips, and Falls

Technical Committee, International Ergonomics Association

Registrations for Qualicer 2024 slip resistance sessions

Richard Bowman has curated a flash slip resistance flash session at   Qualicer 2024 , the 18 th World Congress on Ceramic Tile Quality. This will be held from 9.15 to 10.30 (CET) on 5 March 2024.

You can register at https://www.qualicer.org/en/registration/ . Instead of transferring 800€ (the complete online attendee fee), simply transfer 25€ (for the flash session). If you would also like access to the slip resistance presentations on 6 March, please transfer 50€. This will include a special invited presentation . The first paper is a continuation of the wear resistance theme, which provides a perfect lead-in to Dori Muñoz’ presentation.

Slip resistance session presentations:

11:30 -12:00 (CET)

EVALUATION OF THE ABRASIVE WEAR OF CERAMIC TILE SURFACES BY ISO 10545 AND UNE 138001 STANDARDS

• Demarch(1)(2), A. Waterkemper (1)(2), D. Pasini(1)(2), L. Rosso(1)(2), J. Menegon (1)(2), S. Ruzza (2), E. Angioletto (1), O. R. Klegues (1), A.M. Bernardin(1) (Brazil) (1) PPGCEM – UNESC. (2) Eliane Ceramic Tiles.

12:00 -12:30

ASSESSMENT OF THE DURABILITY OF FLOORING SLIP RESISTANCE

• Muñoz, G. Silva, R. Domínguez, A. Salvador, P. Velasco (Spain) ITC – AICE, Universitat Jaume I.

12:30 -13:00

CONTINUED ASSESSMENT OF VARIOUS CERAMIC TILE FLOOR COVERINGS USING DIFFERENT FRICTION TEST METHODS

• Davidson (U.S.A.) Tile Council of North America.

13:00 – 14:00 FEATURED SESSION

OF MOUNTAINS AND VALLEYS AND OF PEBBLES AND DIVOTS: NEW OPPORTUNITIES IN CHARACTERIZING CERAMIC TILE TOPOGRAPHY USING MULTISCALE METHODS

• Beschorner, Associate Professor of Bioengineering at the University of Pittsburgh (U.S.A.)
• Pastewka, Professor for Simulation in the Department of Microsystems Engineering at the University of Freiburg (Germany)

A Fall on Stairs: Improving Safety through Augmented Reality

Join the Slips, Trips and Falls Technical Committee for an insightful webinar on enhancing stair safety with augmented reality.

🌈 Discover how an augmented reality system, developed by Professor Miura and his team, utilizes holographic lenses and visual illusions to enhance foot clearance on stairs.

🌐 Learn about the experimental evaluation of the system’s accuracy, model fitting for stripe thickness, and the significant improvement in foot clearance observed during and after system usage.

🏆 Presenter: Professor Satoshi Miura from the Tokyo Institute of Technology. Professor Miura is the winner of the Challenging Research Award (Tokyo Tech, 2022), Young Investigation Excellence Award (Robotics Society of Japan, 2022), Ono Azusa Memorial Award (Waseda University, 2016).

Flyer information  here .

🖥️Register in advance for this webinar:

https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WgxwmRcaRaWLcP_GjyUk8w

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

📧 For more information, contact Sophia Yue Li,  [email protected]

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore cutting-edge research in stair safety and augmented reality with Professor Satoshi Miura!

Join us at the Triennial Congress of the International Ergonomics Association 2024!

Dear colleagues,

I hope this message finds you well. As we continue our collective efforts to enhance safety and well-being in the realm of Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention, I am excited to bring to your attention an excellent opportunity to contribute to the international discourse on this topic.

The 22nd Triennial Congress of the International Ergonomics Association (IEA2024) is scheduled to take place from August 25 to 29, 2024, on the picturesque Jeju Island in Korea. The overarching theme for this congress is “Better Life Ergonomics for Future Humans,” with a focus on exploring how emerging technologies can elevate the quality of human life in various aspects, including work and leisure activities.

Given our expertise in Slips, Trips, and Falls, I strongly encourage each of you to consider submitting proposals for presentations that align with our committee’s insights and advancements. This congress presents a unique platform to showcase our collective knowledge and contribute to the broader conversation on improving safety and well-being through ergonomics.

Key Dates to Remember:

Nov 1, 2023, to Feb 29, 2024: Proposal Submission Period

Mar 15, 2024: Proposal Acceptance Notifications

This is an excellent opportunity for us to not only share our experiences but also to learn from international colleagues and gain insights into cutting-edge developments in the field. The congress program will include dedicated sessions related to the overarching theme, but it will also cover a broad spectrum of traditional and emerging Human Factors and Ergonomics (HFE) topics, providing a comprehensive platform for diverse discussions.

Your participation and contributions will undoubtedly enrich the congress and elevate the profile of our committee on the global stage. Please consider submitting proposals or special sessions that reflect the innovative work we are collectively undertaking in the domain of Slips, Trips, and Falls Prevention.

If you have any questions or require assistance in preparing your submissions, please feel free to reach out Takeshi or Sophia. Let’s seize this opportunity to showcase the impactful work we are doing within our committee.

Thank you for your attention, and I look forward to your active participation in making IEA2024 a resounding success.

Best regards,

Sophia Li and Takeshi Yamaguchi,

Co-chairs of Slips, Trips, and Falls Technical Committee

Ontario Region Durham East: Wintertime Slip, Trip, & Fall Prevention

Join Us for a Vital Event on Wintertime Safety:

Powered by the KITE Research Institute – University Health Network

Endorsed by The Slips Trips and Falls Technical Committee of the International Ergonomics Association

Date: October 23, 2023

Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm ET

In-Person Location: KITE/UHN, 550 University Ave. Toronto, ON

Online location: Register to receive the meeting link

Dear members of the STF Committee,

We are thrilled to invite you to the Ontario Region Durham East: Wintertime Slip, Trip, & Fall Prevention event, a crucial gathering powered by the esteemed The KITE Research Institute at the University Health Network (KITE-UHN). This event has also received the esteemed endorsement of The Slips Trips and Falls Technical Committee of the International Ergonomics Association.

Why Attend?

Join us on October 23rd, 2023, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm EDT, as we explore the critical elements of Wintertime Slip, Trip, and Fall Prevention with two distinguished subject matter experts:

• Dr. Sophia Li (KITE-UHN)
• Dr. Ruth Barclay (University of Manitoba)

This hybrid meeting will take place at the renowned KITE-UHN. KITE is at the forefront of research into the slip-resistance properties of winter footwear through its Rate My Treads Program.

What’s in Store:

Expert Insights: Gain invaluable knowledge from leading experts in the field.

Networking Breakfast: In-person attendees can build connections over a networking breakfast.

Research Lab Tour: In-person attendees get an exclusive look at KITE’s cutting-edge research facilities.

Registration is Open: https://www.csse.org/viewEvent.html?no_header=true&productId=8194

Don’t miss your chance to enhance your expertise and contribute to the vital discussion of wintertime safety. Whether you prefer to join us in person or online, this event is designed to empower you with the tools needed to prevent slips, trips, and falls during the winter months.

We encourage you to share this invitation with your network to help spread awareness of this essential event.

Stay safe and join us in the quest for wintertime safety excellence!

Warm regards,

Co-Chair, Slips Trips and Falls Technical Committee of the International Ergonomics Association

STF TC meeting (2023/09/07)

STF TC meeting was held via zoom on September 7, 2023.

The program of SLIPS, TRIPS, AND FALLS 2023

The program of SLIPS, TRIPS, AND FALLS 2023 is out now. Click here for the PDF .

Further information are available on the conference website .

Presentation videos presented at STF Sendai 2022

The following presentation videos presented at STF 2022 Sendai have been uploaded.

S-1-1 Title: Stairs Ramps and Tactile Surfaces. Aspects of Inclusive Design Presenting author:Stephen C Thorpe (Olver & Rawden)

S4-4 Title: Socially responsible slip resistance standardisation: factoring in public expectations of sustainability and life cycle performance Presenting author: Richard Bowman (Intertile Research Pty Ltd.)

S5-1 Title: ERGONOMIC FLOORING DESIGN for HEALTH CARE SETTINGS Presenting author: Mike Minett (Polyflor Ltd.)

S5-4 Title: The quest to report the surface texture characteristics of slip resistance test specimens Presenting author: Richard Bowman (Intertile Research Pty Ltd.)

S9-5 Title: Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls – The Importance of Good Data Presenting author: Rob Shaw (Rob Shaw (TFG) Associates Ltd.)

STF2023 Registration and call for abstracts are now open!

Dear Colleagues,

Registration and call for abstracts are now open!

The International Conference on Slips, Trips, and Falls (STF) will be held in Toronto, Canada, on June 1-2, 2023. The conference will take place in a hybrid format (on-site and online attendance).

This conference aims to bring together experts from North America and around the world to share research excellence, industrial advances and policy innovations in slip/trip/fall-related injury prevention. This conference is expecting to draw delegates from a wide variety of safety-related sectors, including risk and safety managers, architects and designers, planners and facilities managers, ergonomists and forensics experts, footwear or flooring manufacturers, policymakers, standards committee members, other safety and healthcare professionals, researchers, and engineering.

We welcome you to submit abstracts  for presentation at this conference. Abstracts will be accepted as “Individual (oral) presentations” OR as “Extended discussions/panel presentations”. The abstract template and further information are available on the conference website ( https://kite-uhn.com/stf ).

Important dates

• Jan 15 th 2023–Abstracts deadline
• Mar 1 st 2023–Notification of decision
• May 15 th 2023–Last day for change of registration or cancellation with a refund
• May 31 st –Registration Close

Early Bird Registration is available to the first 75 registrants only

Please feel free to share this information with your colleagues.

If you have questions, please get in touch with Sophia at [email protected] or Alison at [email protected]

The STF 2023 Organizing Committee

TC Zoom Meeting (2022/9/15)

STF TC meeting was held via zoom on September 15, 2022.

STF Sendai 2022 Abstract Book

STF Sendai 2022 Abstract Book was uploaded.

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Spotlight on Workplace Safety: How to prevent slips, trips and falls

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June 12, 2023

Slips, trips and falls make up the majority of all general industry accidents in the United States. In fact, in 2020, 805 workers died in falls, and 211,640 were injured badly enough to require days off work, according to the National Safety Council’s Injury Facts. Nonfatal emergency department visits are also dominated by fall-related injuries, accounting for 33 percent of all preventable nonfatal injuries. 

Falls are almost always preventable, and adequately preparing for the task ahead helps to ensure that tasks and activities are completed safely. By deciding how a job will be done beforehand, what tasks will be involved, what safety equipment will be needed (e.g., PPE , fall protection , etc.) and in what order the steps will be completed, you can greatly reduce the risk of injury. Whether you are using a ladder or aerial lift or simply walking on campus, planning ahead will help you to get the job done safely.

Below are links from the National Safety Council on fall prevention, including the latest statistics on falls. • 7 tips for safe use of ladders   • Use scaffolding safely   • Construction safety: Prevent falls through skylights and other openings   • Reducing slips, trips and falls • Falls – Lower Level   • Falls – Same Level  

In keeping with the Safety 24/7 mindset, below are some tips to help you keep yourself and your loved ones safe around the clock.      ● Fall-proof your home ● Keep floors and surfaces clear of clutter ● Keep electrical and phone cords out of traffic areas ● Install handrails on stairways where necessary ● Wear sensible footwear ● Never stand on chairs, tables or any surface with wheels ● Maintain good lighting indoors and out

Remember, the University of Notre Dame is committed to the safety of everyone, and here on campus safety begins with you. So, if you see something, say something by reporting any injury or near miss . Doing so may prevent someone else from being severely hurt.

Read last week's article, Spotlight on Workplace Safety: Emergency Preparedness,  here . 

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Safety National Webinar: The Hazards and Human Factors of Slips, Trips, and Falls

November 28, 2023 - WorkCompWire

St. Louis, MO – Safety National recently announced a new complimentary webinar, noting that slips, trips, and falls are the leading cause of workers’ compensation claims, while also accounting for one of the top causes of liability losses for businesses. Whether it’s an icy walkway, inadequate lighting, or rushing to get the job done, these incidents are preventable.

In the session Safety National risk managers will discuss the leading causes of slips, trips, and falls, including the human element, as well as hazard prevention and OSHA standards.

The session will also cover the role of safety culture and the consequences of neglecting risk factors in the workplace.

Topics will include:

• The primary causes of slips, trips, and falls.
• How to recognize and address common hazards in the workplace.
• Why a shared responsibility is key in incident prevention.
• The impact of nuclear verdicts in slip, trip, and fall liability claims.

The webinar is scheduled for Thursday, December 7 at 11am CT.

Register here: Safety National Webinar: The Hazards and Human Factors of Slips, Trips, and Falls

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Week 2 of National Safety Month (June 11 th -17 th ) focuses on Slips, Trips, and Falls (STFs). STFs are among the most common workplace injuries. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), over 1,000 workers die each year as a result of slips, trips, and falls.

OSHA defines slips as a loss of balance caused by too little friction between your feet and the surface you walk or work on. Loss of traction is the leading cause of workplace slips. OSHA says slips can occur from wet floors, spills, or weather hazards such as snow and ice. Slips are most likely to occur when someone is in a rush, wearing the wrong shoes, or not paying attention to where they’re walking.

OSHA defines trips as occurring whenever your foot hits an object and you are moving with enough momentum to be thrown off balance. Tripping hazards are most likely to occur when the floor is cluttered, when someone is in a hurry, and when someone is not paying attention to where they’re walking.

Falls are likely to occur when you move too far off your center of balance, during an electric shock, or as a result of a falling object that strikes you, causing you to lose balance. Falls are likely to occur when working at heights. According to OSHA, falls account for more workplace fatalities than any other reason.

OSHA does not provide formal training for slips, trips, and falls; however, employers shall train employees to recognize and avoid unsafe conditions that may result in a slip, trip, and fall incident.

Common Causes for Slips, Trips, and Falls

The most common causes of slip, trip, and fall injuries include:

• Uneven floor surfaces
• Unsuitable floor coverings
• Wet or slippery floors
• Running cables and wires
• Poor lighting
• Poor housekeeping

STF injuries can be prevented by following these safety tips:

• Clear all walkways and ensure there are no obstructions in the travel path(s)
• Ensure stairs and all walkways are adequately lit
• Clear all walkways and stairs of cords, wires, or any other tripping hazards
• Ensure mats, rugs, etc. are secured to the ground and do not pose any slip, trip, or fall hazards
• Use handrails when walking up or down stairs
• Use caution wet floor signs where needed
• Sweep any dust or debris from floors

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Slips, Trips & Falls

Slips, trips and falls are a common reason for many of the injuries in workplaces. They can cause minor injuries but can also lead to serious, long-term injuries. Many slip, trips and falls are avoidable and there are usually easy solutions a workplace can apply to control the risk, either by eliminating or minimising it. It could be as simple as cleaning up a spillage straight away, or moving a cord off a walkway which can prevent injuries from occurring.

What to watch out for that are common causes of slip, trips and falls? 

• Poor housekeeping & messy sites 
• Poor lighting 
• Uneven walking surfaces 
• Clutter on site 
• Uncovered cords and cables 
• Weather conditions (e.g. rain, ice, dust) 
• Obstructed views 
• Unsuitable footwear 
• Distractions (e.g. cell phone, other workers) 

What can you do to help prevent slips, trips and falls occurring? 

• Keeping work areas clear & tidy from clutter, obstructions and rubbish.
• Any waste placed in designated bins.
• Clean up any leaks or spills immediately.
• Put tools and equipment away.
• Wear suitable footwear (e.g. grippy, anti-slip).
• Ensure work areas are well lit and sufficient light for work.
• Keep cords and cables out of walkways, covered or secured.
• Be aware of your surroundings and focus on what you are doing.
• Work to the weather conditions.

What if a slip, trip or fall occurs or nearly occurs? 

• Report all slip, trip and fall accidents and near misses, with or without injury, this will help identify the hazards and implement control measures to prevent reoccurrence.

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Research Summary. In recent years, workplace safety initiatives and regulations have been implemented in nearly every industry across the United States. Still, some illnesses and injuries, both nonfatal and fatal, continue to occur at job sites in the U.S. After extensive research, our data analysis team concluded:

There are about 2.6 million nonfatal workplace accidents and injuries in the United States’ private industry each year.

Sprains, strains, and tares are the most common workplace injury in the US, with 266,530 occurring in 2020.

Overexertion and bodily reaction, slips, trips, and falls, and contact with objects and equipment are the highest causes of workplace injury in the US, accounting for 84% of all nonfatal injuries at work.

Nursing assistants have the highest chance of injury, with 370 injuries per every 10,000 full-time workers .

There were 5,190 fatal occupational injuries in the U.S. in 2021.

The agriculture, forestry, fishing, and hunting industry has the highest number of on-the-job fatalities, with 23.4 fatalities per 100,000 employees.

Workplace injuries and illnesses cost the US an estimated $250 billion each year.

Workplace Injury General Statistics

On average, 2.8 out of 100 workers in the U.S are injured in workplace accidents every year.

With 2.6 million nonfatal workplace accidents and injuries occurring yearly across the nation’s private employment industry, about 2.8 people out of 100 get injured at work, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This number, recorded in 2019, is the same rate reported in both 2018 and 2017.

OSHA has a 2022 budget of $591,787,000.

The federal agency’s budget increased by 10 million since 2020 when their yearly budget stood at $581,787,000. OSHA’s annual budget in 2019 was valued at $557,787,000.

Between OSHA’s federal branch and its state partners, there are 1,850 OSHA inspectors responsible for the safety of 130 million American workers.

Although Federal OSHA has only ten regional offices and 85 local offices, the organization’s state partners have more than 8 million total worksites across the nation. With 1,850 federal and state OSHA inspectors, there is approximately one inspector for every 70,000 U.S. workers.

In 2019, OSHA conducted 33,393 federal inspections and 42,063 state inspections.

Workplace Injury by Industry Statistics

15% of workplace injuries in America occur in manufacturing jobs.

According to BLS data, among private industries in the United States, manufacturing jobs have the highest rate of workplace injuries. In 2019, manufacturing worksites recorded 3.3 cases of reportable non-fatal injuries or illnesses per every 100 employees, amounting to 421,400 people who either got hurt or got sick at work.

Of the 421,400 employees involved in workplace accidents, 64,640 of them missed at least one day of work due to the injury or illness sustained on shift. 28%, or 32,470, of those who missed work, sustained a sprain, strain, or tare, while 14.5%, or 16,790, had soreness or pain, and 13.3%, or 15,380, had a cut, laceration, or puncture.

By industry, construction has some of the highest on-the-job fatality rates in the United States.

Data published by OSHA, or the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, shows that in 2019 20% of employee fatalities in the private industry occurred on construction sites. According to the federal report, 1,061 construction workers died in 2019, accounting for one in every five worker deaths in the U.S. that year.

5,190 U.S. workers died on the job in 2021. When broken down, there were about 15 workplace deaths per day across the nation. Thus, approximately three construction workers died on the job every day of the year.

Line cooks have the highest risk of falling ill with COVID-19 while on the job.

According to a recent study from the University of California, San Francisco, when it comes to contracting COVID-19 at work, line cooks are the most at risk. In addition to contracting the contagious virus, line cooks also have the highest risk of dying during the pandemic from an illness contracted on the job site.

The study found that line cooks had a 60% increase in mortality during the height of the pandemic. The global pandemic also pushed mortality rates above 50% for cooks, line workers in warehouses, agricultural workers, bakers, and construction laborers.

79,660 people were injured at construction sites in 2019.

According to data published by the U.S. Bureau Of Labor Statistics, almost 9% of workplace injuries in 2019 occurred at construction sites, resulting in 21,170 sprains, strains, and tears, 13,190 fractures, and 10,950 cuts, lacerations, and punctures.

Men’s workplace injury rates are 7% higher in the private sector than male employees working in government positions.

According to BLS data, of all the workplace injuries that occurred in the private sector in 2019, 60% of cases were male, and 40% were female. When looking at government employees injured on the job during the same period, however, 53% of injuries were sustained by men while 47% were sustained by women.

Top Causes of Workplace Injuries

Faulty fall protection, respiratory protection, and ladders are among the top three most commonly violated OSHA standards.

Although some of the top 10 most frequently violated OSHA standards in 2021 were specific to the construction industry — like standards surrounding ladder safety, scaffolding requirements, and fall protection on construction sites — most were observed in general industries.

The top general industry violations cited by OSHA in 2021 included lack of respiratory protection, poor hazard communication, improper control of hazardous energy, hazards related to powered industrial trucks and machinery and machine guarding, and lack of training on fall protection measures.

In the United States, 84% of all nonfatal injuries resulting in time away from work are caused by overexertion and bodily reaction, slips, trips, falls, and contact with objects and equipment.

Instances involving excessive physical activity — like strenuous heavy lifting, pushing and straining repetitive motions — as well as slips, trips, and equipment accidents account for the majority of nonfatal workplace injuries across the country.

Data shows that the injury rate per every 10,000 full-time workers is 27 for overexertion and bodily reaction, 23.9 for falls, slips, and trips, and 22.4 for contact with objects and equipment.

Employees aged 45 to 55 are most susceptible to injuries caused by overexertion, bodily reaction, falls, slips, and trips, while people aged 16 to 24 are most at risk for injuries from contact with objects and equipment.

In 2019, approximately 27.4% of nonfatal workplace injuries that occurred in the private industry were due to slips, trips, and falls.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, of the 888,220 workplace injuries that were recorded in 2019 that resulted in time away from work, 244,000 were from falls, slips, and trips, resulting in 75,420 sprains, strains, and tears, 46,800 fractures, and 6,740 cuts, lacerations, and punctures.

Of the three most common causes of workplace injury in the U.S., overexertion and bodily reaction and falls, slips, and trips result in the longest time away from work.

The number one and number two leading causes of workplace injury across the country — overexertion and bodily reaction and falls, slips, and trips — typically result in 13 days away from work.

This is compared to the country’s third leading cause of workplace injury — contact with objects and equipment — which usually results in 5 days away from work.

Workplace Injury Trends

Workplace deaths in the United States are down by more than 60%.

According to OSHA, workplace deaths across the country were down by 60.53% in 2019, compared to 1970. In just about 50 years, the nation’s on-the-job fatalities, on average across all industries, dropped from 38 per day in 1970 to 15 per day in 2019.

The U.S. workplace injury and illness rate has dropped by about 74% in a 47-year period.

Data released by the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration shows that workers were getting hurt or sick on the job 74.3% less often in 2019 than they were in 1972.

According to research, there were approximately 10.9 incidents per every 100 workers in 1972. In 2019, there were roughly 2.8 incidents per every 100 workers.

Workplace Injury Demographic Statistics

On average, men are injured on the job 17.3% more often than women.

According to BLS data, in the private industry, 91.7 out of 10,000 full-time male employees sustained injuries that resulted in time away from work in 2019, compared to just 80.4 out of 10,000 full-time female employees , thus making men 17.3% more likely to get injured at work.

The injury rates for both men and women decreased, however, between 2018 and 2019. In 2018, 94.3 men and 83.4 women per 10,000 full-time employees sustained on-the-job injuries.

When workplace injuries occur, people 65 years of age and older typically stay home from work for double the amount of time than the national average.

While people in the United States miss, on average, eight days of work after being injured or involved in an accident at work, employees 65 years and older stay home from work, on average, for 16 days due to workplace injuries and illnesses.

21.3% of people who missed work because of on-the-job injuries in 2019 were between 25 and 34 years old.

According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, of the 888,220 people who were injured at work and missed at least one day of work because of that injury, 189,310 of them were between 25 and 34 years old and 184,850, or 20.8%, were between 45 and 54 years old.

Employees aged 14 to 15 had the least injuries, followed by those 16 to 19 years old, those 65 and older, and those 20 to 24 years old.

In 2019, California and Texas had the highest number of workplace deaths compared to any other state in the country.

According to labor statistics, 488 people died while working in Texas in 2019, and 422 people died while working in California in 2019. Although the fatality rates were high in both states, California recorded an incident rate of 2.3 per 100,000 full-time employees, and Texas recorded an incident rate of 3.8 per 100,000 full-time employees .

Other states with higher than average fatal workplace incident rates included Wyoming , Alaska, North Dakota , West Virginia, South Dakota , and Mississippi , with incident rates of 11.5, 9.9, 9.6, 7.9, 6.9, and 6.7 per 100,000 full-time workers.

Arkansas, Delaware, and Georgia are considered the top three least dangerous states, with workplace injury rates below the national average.

Other states with nonfatal workplace illness and injury rates below the national average of 2.8% include Louisiana , Massachusetts, New Jersey , New York, North Carolina , Ohio, South Carolina , Texas, and Virginia .

Alabama, Illinois , Maryland, Missouri , New Mexico, Tennessee , and Utah have workplace injury rates similar to the national average.

On average, people injured on the job miss eight days of work.

In the private industry in 2019, the median number of days people spent away from work due to an on-the-job accident or injury was eight. Some industries, however, recorded higher than average time away from work because of workplace injuries.

For instance, workplace injuries in 2019 caused heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers to miss an average of 19 days of work, light truck drivers to miss an average of 20 days of work, and material movers and maintenance, repair, freight, and stock workers to miss an average of 12 days of work.

Less than half of all employees injured on the job in 2019 missed work because of their workplace injury or illness.

According to the Department of Labor, of the 2.8 million workers injured in 2019, only 888,220 of them missed at least one day of work because of their injury or illness. The data showed that .9 people per every 100 workers in the U.S.’s private industry sustained a workplace injury that caused them to miss at least one day of work.

Workplace Injury FAQ

What is workers’ comp?

Workers’ compensation, or workers’ comp for short, is a type of social insurance available to employees who are injured or become ill while at work. Workers’ comp provides state-mandated medical coverage and wage benefits to laborers who sustain on-the-job injuries or illnesses.

In addition to providing employees with compensation for medical expenses and lost wages, workers’ comp also typically protects businesses from civil lawsuits.

What does OSHA mean?

OSHA stands for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. It’s a federal branch of the United States Department of Labor that sets and enforces safety standards to foster healthy, safe, and efficient workplaces across the nation.

OSHA was established from the Occupational Safety and Health Act passed by congress in 1970 and now covers most private sector employers and employees and many public sector employers and employees across the 50 states and in certain U.S. territories and jurisdictions.

What is the number 1 cause of death in the workplace?

The number one cause of death in the workplace is falling, which accounts for 36.5% of all deaths. This can include falling off buildings, poles, ladders, construction areas, or downstairs, and partially explains why construction and other related fields are so dangerous.

Additionally, if falling yourself doesn’t kill you in the workplace, falling objects just might. In the US 10.1% of deaths occur due to swinging, falling, or misplaced objects.

What is the most frequently cited OSHA standards violation?

Fall Protection, construction is the most frequently cited standards violation by federal OSHA for all industries. Respiratory Protection, general industry is next, followed by Ladders, construction. OSHA publishes this list to help alert employers about these cited standards so they are able to take the necessary steps to precent it from happening.

What is the most common workplace injury?

The most common workplace injury are slips and falls. When a person falls they can hit their head or break a bone. In fact, 84% of all nonfatal injuries resulting in time away from work are caused by slips, trips, falls, overexertion and bodily reaction, and contact with objects and equipment.

While workplaces across the country have instituted new safety guidelines and regulations in recent years to significantly curb workplace injuries by more than 60% since 1970, accidents, both major and minor, do continue to occur at reduced rates in the United States.

With 2.6 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses, and 5,190 workplace fatalities, annually, workplace incidents cost the U.S. an estimated $250 billion each year.

Although incidents can occur in any industry, agriculture, forestry, fishing, hunting, transportation and warehousing, and construction continues to rank among the most dangerous industries in the country.

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We’ve Used the Latest Data Available to Compile These Work Injury Statistics in 2023

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If you’re looking for 2023 work injury statistics, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled the data available from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and numerous other sources. The numbers on this page reflect the latest data available from these sources as of January 2023.

While these are the latest data available for compiling workplace injury statistics in 2023, in some cases the most-recent data still reflect workplace accidents and injuries in 2020 and 2021. This is not uncommon, as it typically takes large government agencies like the BLS and CDC at least a couple of years to compile all of their data.

According to the BLS , there were 2.6 million reported non-fatal workplace injuries in the private sector in 2021 (the most recent year for which data are available in 2023). While this reflects a 1.8 percent decrease from 2020, the rate of workplace injuries (2.7 per 100 full-time equivalent (FTE) workers) remained unchanged. As a result, the drop in reported workplace injuries in 2021 reflects not an improvement in workplace safety, but instead a drop in the overall U.S. employment rate. Since the rate of workplace injuries did not change, the drop in workplace injuries must necessarily be attributable to a drop in workers.

This is consistent with what we’ve seen in the media over the past two years, and we aren’t surprised to see this type of work injury statistic in 2023. The unemployment rate has remained steadily high since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. Yet, while companies’ payroll liabilities may be down, their revenues have been down as well (in many, but not all, cases), so many companies aren’t able to devote additional resources—or even the same resources—to workplace safety compared to what they have done in the past.

The BLS also suggests that the drop in non-fatal work injuries in 2021 was attributable, in part, to a drop in reported illnesses. This, too, is likely due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, as 2020 was much worse than 2021. The BLS reports :

“[P]rivate industry employers report[ed] 365,200 nonfatal illnesses in 2021, down from 544,600 in 2020, a drop of 32.9 percent. This decrease was driven by a 37.1 percent decrease in employer reported respiratory illness cases in 2021 at 269,600, down from 428,700 in 2020.”

Notably, with the number of workplace injuries declining in 2021, the overall reduction in non-fatal injury reports for the year actually reflects an increase in traumatic and repetitive stress injuries. As the BLS also reports, “[t]he rate of injury cases increased in 2021, with private industry employers reporting a rate of 2.3 cases per 100 FTE workers compared to 2.2 cases in 2020.”

Here is a look at the five-year trend for non-fatal work injury statistics, based on the most-recent data available in 2023:

• 2017: 8 Non-fatal work injuries per 100 FTE, including 1.5 resulting in time away from work, job restrictions, or job transfer
• 2018: 8 Non-fatal work injuries per 100 FTE, including 1.6 resulting in time away from work, job restrictions, or job transfer
• 2019: 8 Non-fatal work injuries per 100 FTE, including 1.5 resulting in time away from work, job restrictions, or job transfer
• 2020: 7 Non-fatal work injuries per 100 FTE, including 1.7 resulting in time away from work, job restrictions, or job transfer
• 2021: 7 Non-fatal work injuries per 100 FTE, including 1.7 resulting in time away from work, job restrictions, or job transfer

Based on these work injury statistics from the BLS, perhaps the most significant takeaway in 2023 is that employers do not appear to be prioritizing worker safety. With all of the resources and technology available in 2023, there is no excuse for still having virtually the same rate of work injuries as we had seven years ago. While many companies promote their commitment to “continuous improvement” and “zero defect” safety cultures, it is clear that there is still significant room for improvement across the board.

While the BLS’s data indicate that there were 2.6 reported non-fatal work injuries in the private sector in 2021, the National Safety Council (NSC) reports that the total number of non-fatal work injuries during the year was far higher. In 2023, the NSC is reporting a total of 4.26 million “work-related medically consulted injuries” two years ago. This is a huge difference, and it highlights the fact that far too many work injuries go unreported. This is a longstanding trend, and it is a trend we expect to see continue in 2023’s workplace injury statistics when they become available.

Here are some more 2023 work injury statistics from the BLS and CDC regarding non-fatal accidents in the workplace (based on the most-recent data available as of January 2023):

• Industry with the Highest Number of Non-Fatal Workplace Injuries: Healthcare (453,200)
• Industries with Next-Highest Numbers of Non-Fatal Workplace Injuries: Retail trade (352,800); Manufacturing (334,500); Transportation and Warehousing (235,200); Accommodation and Food Services (182,500); Construction (162,500)
• Industry with the Highest Rate of Non-Fatal Workplace Injuries: Transportation and Warehousing (4.3 per 100 FTE); Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting (4.3 per 100 FTE)
• Industries with Next-Highest Rates of Non-Fatal Workplace Injuries: (Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (3.4 per 100 FTE); Healthcare and Social Assistance (3.1 per 100 FTE); Retail Trade (3.1 per 100 FTE); Manufacturing (2.8 per 100 FTE)
• State with the Highest Number of Non-Fatal Workplace Injuries and Illnesses: California (349,100)
• States with the Next-Highest Numbers of Non-Fatal Workplace Injuries and Illnesses: Texas (178,900); New York (125,500); Pennsylvania (117,100); Illinois (102,000); Michigan (86,700); Ohio (78,000)
• Number of Work Injuries Requiring Emergency Room Treatment Per Year: Approximately 1.8 Million
• Most Common Cause of Non-Fatal Injuries Resulting in Days Missed from Work: Slips, Trips, and Falls (18 percent)
• Next Most Common Causes of Non-Fatal Injuries Resulting in Days Missed from Work: Contact with Objects and Equipment; Overexertion and Bodily Reactions; Slips and Trips Without Falls
• Worker Age Group with the Highest Rate of Work Injuries Requiring Medical Care: Age 25 and Under
• Worker Gender with the Highest Rate of Work Injuries Requiring Medical Care: Male (66 percent of All Workers Seeking Emergency Room Treatment)

The NSC has also published data on the average cost of work-related accidents and injuries. According to the organization’s most-recent statistics in 2023, the most-expensive accidents for workers are:

• Motor Vehicle Accidents - $85,311 average cost per work accident
• Burns - $54,173 average cost per work accident
• Falls - $48,575 average cost per work accident
• Caught By/Between - $44,588 average cost per work accident
• Struck By Object - $39,977

Overall, the organization reports that the average cost of work-related accidents is $41,353. Notably, however, this includes only the costs covered by workers’ compensation (i.e., medical bills and lost wages). It does not cover pain and suffering or any of the forms of non-financial loss that injured workers may be entitled to recover outside of workers’ comp.

The same is true of the NSC’s data on the average cost of work injuries. Based on the latest work injury statistics available in 2023, the most-expensive injuries for workers are:

• Amputation - $118,837 average cost per work injury
• Fracture or Dislocation - $60,934 average cost per work injury
• Other Trauma - $60,228 average cost per work injury
• Burns - $48,671 average cost per work injury
• Infection or Inflammation - $37,498 average cost per work injury
• Sprain or Strain - $33,589 average cost per work injury
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - $33,477 average cost per work injury
• Lacerations, Punctures, and Ruptures - $33,348 average cost per work injury
• Concussions - $33,151 average cost per work injury
• Occupational Diseases and Degeneration - $16,696 average cost per work injury or illness

Non-fatal workplace injuries aren’t the only ones on the rise. According to the BLS, CDC, and other sources, fatal workplace injuries have also been increasing based on the most-recent data available in 2023. For example, in December 2022, the BLS reported :

“There were 5,190 fatal work injuries recorded in the United States in 2021, an 8.9-percent increase from 4,764 in 2020. . . . The fatal work injury rate was 3.6 fatalities per 100,000 [FTE] workers, up from 3.4 per 100,000 FTE in 2020 and up from the 2019 pre-pandemic rate of 3.5.”

Why is the case? The simple answer is: There is no good explanation. With workforce numbers down, on-the-job fatalities should not be increasing. Yet, they are, and the latest work injury statistics in 2023 show that certain jobs in particular continue to be far more dangerous than they should be. For example, the NSC reports that the following industries continue to having the highest numbers of work-related fatalities:

• Construction (946 worker deaths in 2021)
• Transportation and Warehousing (900 worker deaths in 2021)
• Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and Hunting (435 worker deaths in 2021)
• Manufacturing (347 worker deaths in 2021)
• Government (311 worker deaths in 2021)

But, as with the non-fatal workplace injury statistics above, these fatal workplace injury statistics only tell part of the story. In addition to looking at the total death figures, we also have to look at the rates of death to determine which industries present the greatest risks for workers. Based on the most-recent work injury statistics in 2023, the industries with the highest rates of workplace fatalities are:

• Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting (18.9 deaths per 100,000 workers)
• Mining (14.5 deaths per 100,000 workers)
• Transportation and Warehousing (13.3 deaths per 100,000 workers)
• Construction (9.0 deaths per 100,000 workers)
• Wholesale trade (4.3 deaths per 100,000 workers)

Here are some more of the most-current work injury statistics in 2023 based on data from the BLS:

• Causes of Death on the Job – The leading cause of death on the job is transportation accidents (1,982 fatalities in 2021). This is followed by falls (850), exposure to harmful substances and environments (798), violence and animal attacks (761), contact with objects and equipment (705), and fires and explosions (76)
• Wage and Salary vs. Self-Employed – Of the 5,190 workers who died on the job in 2021, 4,284 (82.5 percent) were employees who received a wage or salary.
• Worker Fatalities By Age – Workers between the ages of 55 and 64 suffered the highest number of fatal work injuries in 2021 (1,140). This was followed by the 45-54 age group (1,087), the 35-44 age group (977), and the 25-34 age group (882).
• Worker Fatalities By Gender – Women have a higher rate of death on the job resulting from roadway accidents and harmful exposure. Men have a higher rate of death on the job resulting from falls and contact with objects and equipment. The BLS has not published comparative data for deaths caused by fires and explosions.
• States with the Most Workplace Deaths – Texas had the most reported workplace deaths in 2021 (533). This was followed by California (462), Florida (315), New York (247), and Georgia (187).

That’s a lot of information, so what are the most notable work injury statistics in 2023? Here are five fast facts about the most-recent data on non-fatal and fatal workplace injuries in the United States:

Fast Fact #1: Workplace injuries are on the rise.

Despite the current unemployment figures, the data show that workplace injuries are on the rise. This is true for both fatal and non-fatal injuries.

Fast Fact #2: Men and women face different, but similar, risks.

While men have a slightly higher rate of job-related injuries than women overall, women have higher rates of injury and death from certain risks (i.e., vehicle collisions and harmful exposure).

Fast Fact #3: Workers in all age groups face risks for serious and fatal injuries.

The risk of suffering a serious or fatal injury on the job is a concern among all age groups. While workers between the ages of 55 and 64 face the highest risk, it isn’t that much higher than the risk for most other age groups.

Fast Fact #4: Transportation, retail, warehousing, healthcare, construction, agriculture, and mining continue to be among the most-dangerous occupations in the U.S.

This has been the case for several years, and it isn’t likely to change any time soon.

Fast Fact #5: California, Texas, and New York are among the most dangerous states for workers.

California, Texas, and New York consistently have the highest numbers of workplace injuries and fatalities. Based on the 2023 work injury statistics, this trend is likely to continue as well.

As a worker, what do 2023’s workplace injury statistics mean for you? The simple answer is: You need to take responsibility for your own safety. While companies should be doing more to protect their workers, as the data make clear, non-fatal and fatal workplace injuries remain far too common. In particular, workers should be cautious of the following risks, which account for the greatest percentage of non-fatal and fatal workplace injuries and illnesses based on the most-recent data available:

• Collisions with objects and equipment
• Equipment and machinery accidents
• Exposure to harmful substances and environments
• Slips, trips, and falls
• Vehicle collisions

Let’s say you’ve been injured on the job. What do you need to know about protecting your health and enforcing your legal rights? Here are the five most important facts for injured workers in the U.S.:

1. Injured Workers in the U.S. Have Clear Legal Rights

Most workers in the U.S. are eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits when they get injured on the job. This applies in both the public and private sectors. State workers’ compensation laws require most private employers to carry workers’ compensation coverage, while federal laws apply to government employers and private employers in certain high-risk industries. Since workers’ compensation is a “no fault” system, eligible employees can file for benefits even when their employers aren’t responsible for their injuries.

2. Filing for Workers’ Compensation Isn’t the Only Option (In Many Cases)

While some employees will be limited to filing for workers’ compensation benefits, many injured workers will have other options as well. For example, injured workers will be able to file personal injury claims in many cases. Many workers are also eligible to file for Social Security disability (SSD) and other government benefits when they get injured on the job.

3. Strict Rules and Deadlines Apply to Work Injury Claims

Whether you have a workers’ compensation claim, a personal injury claim, or any other type of claim for your work injury, struct rules and deadlines apply. If you wait too long to file your claim—or make any other mistakes—you could end up without the compensation you deserve. As a result, it’s best to hire a lawyer to help you.

4. If You’ve Been Injured on the Job, You Are Not Alone

As these 2023 work injury statistics show, if you’ve been injured on the job, you are not alone. Workers like you file claims for financial compensation every day, and those who hire a lawyer to help them have the best chance of recovering the full financial compensation they deserve.

5. You Can Hire a Work Injury Lawyer at No Out-of-Pocket Cost

When you get injured on the job, one of the most important steps you can take is to hire a lawyer to represent you. From making sure you see a doctor to filing your claim on time (and dealing with your employer’s insurance company on your behalf), there are many ways an experienced lawyer can help you. If you need legal help after suffering a work-related injury, you can get started with a free claim assessment online 24/7 .

So, those are the most current work injury statistics in 2023. As you can see, workplace injuries remain common—far too common—and far to many workers continue to suffer serious injuries and lose their lives on the job each year. If you know someone who would find these statistics useful, we encourage you to share them; and, if you need help recovering from a work injury, we encourage you to contact a local lawyer through WorkInjurySource.com as soon as possible.

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