Learn how many fatal accidents at work occur each year in the UK, key causes, industry trends, and how Claim Today can help you secure compensation after a workplace tragedy.
In Great Britain, a total of 124 workers lost their lives in fatal workplace accidents in 2024-2025.. Which is a decrease from 138 in the previous year. This decline suggests progress, yet the numbers remain alarming. With the support of Claim Today, led by DS Bal, provided £8.6 million compensation following a fatal workplace accident, highlighting the serious legal and personal consequences of such incidents.
Uk Fatal Injury Statistics Summary & Key Takeaways
Year-over-Year Trends in Fatal Accidents at Work
The statistics highlight a slow improvement in workplace safety. However, some sectors still have higher risks. For example, despite the general progress toward improved workplace safety, the construction sector recorded 35 of the 124 deaths. Demonstrating the ongoing hazards in high-risk occupations. In addition, the rest of the fatalities were in agriculture, manufacturing, and other industries.
While comparing data from last year’s and this year’s total fatalities proves improvement in worker safety. As observable in safety protocols, training efforts, and more stringent regulations and policies, there is still work for everyone to do to prevent a death-tragedy from happening again.
Learn more: Accident at work: your complete guide
Visual Data: Fatal Accidents at Work by Industry (2024-2025)
Industry:
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- Construction : 35 Fatalities
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- Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing: 23 Fatalities
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- Manufacturing: 11 Fatalities
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- Other: 55
As shown by the table, construction and agriculture remain at the top of the statistics highlighting potential intervention areas to preserve lives.
Common Causes of Fatal Accidents at Work
Investigating the causes of fatal accidents at work may help distinguish patterns and prevent them in the future. The most common causes in the UK are:
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- Falls from height – 50 deaths
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- Struck by moving vehicle – 25 deaths
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- Struck by moving object – 20 deaths
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- Trapped by collapsing structure – 15
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- Deaths Contact with moving machinery – 8 deaths
Clearly, falls from heights continue to be the predominant hazard especially within high-risk industries. If you would like to learn more about common workplace accidents, Claim Today has in-depth guides, to help keep you informed.
Global Perspective
According to the International Labour Organization a staggering 3 million workers die globally from a work-related accident or disease every year. This is a worrying increase of over 5% from the 2015 report. Therefore, organizations all over the world are investing in stricter safety measures and worker training to mitigate the risk of fatal accidents at work.
Why Understanding Fatal Accidents at Work Matters
Employers and employees can take proactive measures to improve safety by analyzing trends and causes.
For example, the risk of fatalities can be reduced by investing in safety equipment, performing risk assessment, and providing safety education. Further, it is important to recognize the legal implications, such as the example of DS Bal, because it is also representative of workplace compliance and accountability.
Why Choose Claim Today
The ongoing decline in workplace fatalities in Great Britain is positive, but industries with higher risk, like construction and agriculture, still require vigilance. Claim Today is here to help the victims of these tragedies recover the compensation and care they deserve.
If you, or a loved one, have been directly impacted by a fatal accident at work, please reach out to our experienced Claim Today team – this will be the first step toward securing justice for you and your family.
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