In 2023, Croatia reported the highest rate of fatal accidents in residential care activities across Europe, significantly surpassing other nations. France and Italy also exhibited notable fatality rates, with Italy experiencing a substantial year-on-year increase. Conversely, Germany and Spain saw notable decreases. The productivity boost in Belgium, despite a decline in accidents, reflects advancements in workplace safety measures.
Looking ahead, nations such as Italy and the Netherlands are pivotal to monitor due to their rising accident rates. The absence of change in several countries highlights room for policy interventions to enhance worker safety across Europe.
Top countries in Fatal Accidents at Work in Residential Care Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Accidents) Per Hundred Thousand Persons in Employment | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Croatia | 8.16 | 2023 | +40.93% | -10.01% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 1.87 | 2023 | +3.89% | +18.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1.49 | 2023 | +7.97% | +36.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 0.94 | 2023 | +38.24% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Luxembourg | 0.72 | 2023 | -5.26% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 0.66 | 2023 | +32% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 0.55 | 2023 | 0% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 0.45 | 2023 | +9.76% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 0.37 | 2023 | +5.71% | -11.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 0.32 | 2023 | +28% | +8.79% | View data |