In 2023, Latvia reported the highest rate of fatal accidents at work in the motor vehicles, motorcycles wholesale, retail, and repair sectors, with Croatia, Romania, and France having significant rates but showing a decline. Hungary and Spain experienced significant year-on-year increases, while countries like Denmark, Greece, and the Netherlands saw substantial decreases. Many countries, including Latvia, France, and Switzerland, maintained steady rates. The five-year trend indicates a mixed picture across Europe, with some nations showing progress in reducing accidents.
Future trends to watch include potential policy interventions aimed at improving workplace safety standards across Europe, particularly in countries with high or increasing accident rates. Additionally, advancements in automotive technology and safety protocols could influence the longitudinal decrease in accident rates across most European regions.
Top countries in Fatal Accidents at Work in Motor Vehicles, Motorcycles Wholesale, Retail and Repair by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Accidents) Per Hundred Thousand Persons in Employment | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Latvia | 16.81 | 2023 | +22.08% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 France | 4.11 | 2023 | +9.89% | 0% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 3.94 | 2023 | +41.22% | -4.11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 3.45 | 2023 | +2.68% | -5.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ireland | 3.06 | 2023 | +0.33% | +0.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3.03 | 2023 | +22.18% | +11.48% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 2.82 | 2023 | +16.05% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 2.4 | 2023 | +2.13% | +0.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.39 | 2023 | +1.27% | +15.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 2.06 | 2023 | -2.37% | View data |
