As published by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), the latest statistics on work-related health and safety in Great Britain, include the following key annual figures (2022 to 2023):
1.8 million working people suffering from a work-related illness, of which
875,000 workers suffering work-related stress, depression or anxiety
473,000 workers suffering from a work-related musculoskeletal disorder
2,268 mesothelioma deaths due to past asbestos exposures (2021)
135 workers killed in work-related accidents
561,000 working people sustained an injury at work according to the Labour Force Survey
60,645 injuries to employees reported under RIDDOR
35.2 million working days lost due to work-related illness and workplace injury
£20.7 billion estimated cost of injuries and ill health from current working conditions (2021 to 2022)
Changes over time:
In the recent years prior to the coronavirus pandemic, the rate of self-reported workrelated stress, depression or anxiety had shown signs of increasing. The current rate is higher than the 2018/19 precoronavirus level.
Over the long-term, the rate of fatal injury to workers showed a downward trend, though in the recent years prior to the coronavirus pandemic the rate had been broadly flat. The current rate is similar to pre-coronavirus levels.
Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, the rate of non fatal injury to employees reported by employers showed a downward trend. The current rate is below the 2018/19 pre-coronavirus level.
The UK consistently has one of the lowest rates of fatal injury across Europe.
To read the full summary statistics for Great Britain 2023, please click here.
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