The 2023 data on fatal accidents within the European agriculture, forestry, and fishing sectors shows Germany leading with 77 cases, slightly increasing by 0.26% from the previous year. Italy follows with 74 fatalities, up by 0.27%. The UK saw a notable increase of 1.76% to 48 accidents. Spain and Austria experienced declines of 0.44% and 7.16% respectively. France records a significant increase of 8.73%, while Romania has a 2.38% uptick. Scandinavian countries like Finland and Denmark show increases of 10.76% and 8.45%, contrasted by Sweden's 16.74% decline. Lithuania’s dramatic rise of 37.97% demands attention.
Looking ahead, trends to monitor include the impact of improved safety regulations and technologies across Europe. Anticipated variations could arise from climate change’s effects on natural resource sectors, influencing safety conditions and accident rates. Continuous monitoring is crucial to adapt strategies and enhance worker safety in these industries.
Top countries in Fatal Accidents at Work in Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Accidents) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 77 | 2023 | +5.48% | +0.26% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 74 | 2023 | +4.23% | +0.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 48 | 2023 | 0% | +1.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 45 | 2023 | 0% | -0.44% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 40 | 2023 | -2.44% | -7.16% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 38 | 2023 | +35.71% | +8.73% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 36 | 2023 | +5.88% | +2.38% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 15 | 2023 | -6.25% | -4.62% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 14 | 2023 | 0% | -1.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 10 | 2023 | 0% | -1.89% | View data |
