In 2023, Estonia experienced the highest rate of fatal accidents in the sector, with 6.95 accidents per hundred thousand employed persons, followed by Italy at 4.12. The lowest rates were in Slovakia and Cyprus. The most notable year-on-year change was a 35.86% increase in Italy, while Luxembourg saw a 33.53% decrease. Noteworthy trends include consistent stability in countries like Ireland, Latvia, Slovakia, Norway, and Cyprus. Within a five-year span, the compounded annual growth rate has generally highlighted inconsistency across countries, reflecting both improvements and challenges in safety measures and enforcement.
Future trends to watch include potential fluctuations due to policy adjustments, technological advancements, and enhanced safety protocols that might impact accident rates. Monitoring countries with high volatility or improvement, such as Estonia and Italy, will provide insights into effective interventions. Emerging technologies like AI-driven monitoring and stricter regulations could further influence accident rates across Europe.
Top countries in Fatal Accidents at Work in Public Administration and Defence; Compulsory Social Security by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Accidents) Per Hundred Thousand Persons in Employment | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Estonia | 6.95 | 2021 | +6.68% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 4.12 | 2023 | +11.65% | +35.86% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 2.2 | 2023 | +1.85% | -3.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Finland | 2.19 | 2023 | +20.33% | +20% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 1.7 | 2023 | +1.19% | +12.82% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 1.49 | 2023 | +13.74% | -9.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 1.28 | 2023 | -0.78% | +29.61% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Luxembourg | 1.27 | 2023 | +0.79% | -33.53% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1.22 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Spain | 1.2 | 2023 | +5.26% | -2.76% | View data |
