- The National COSH highlights an increase in serious workplace injuries and illnesses in 2022 based on BLS data, noting the pressing need for comprehensive safety reforms.
- The report identifies industries with the highest injury rates over 2020-2022, emphasizing the importance of worker-centered safety solutions to prevent such occurrences.
- Shortcomings in data collection and underreporting by employers affect the real magnitude of workplace injuries and illnesses, raising concerns about the need for effective injury prevention.
- Addressing the failing workers’ compensation system, National COSH advocates for proactive measures, prioritizing hazard elimination through system-wide changes over individual-focused approaches, alongside the importance of health and safety committees to document, address, and resolve workplace hazards.
Source:
For Construction Pros
Date:
November 10, 2023
