In 2023, France and Italy had the highest number of fatal accidents in the accommodation and food services sector, reporting 21 and 18 accidents respectively. Spain and Germany both recorded 7, while Romania had 5. Over the past year, France experienced an 11.84% increase in incidents, and Italy a modest 1.15% rise. Romania, however, showed a significant jump of 20.11%, while Hungary and Latvia reported a 100% reduction since the previous measurement. Portugal recorded the highest increase, at 24.57%, in fatal accidents, indicating potential safety challenges in the sector.
For future trends, European countries should focus on improving safety standards in the accommodation and food services sectors to decrease fatal accidents. Attention should be directed to countries like Romania and Portugal, where higher increases were noted. Monitoring long-term impacts of new regulations and safety protocols will also be crucial for informed policy-making. As workforce dynamics evolve, countries need to be alert to both emerging risks and the potential benefits of smart safety technologies.
Top countries in Fatal Accidents at Work in Accommodation and Food Services by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Accidents) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 21 | 2023 | 0% | +11.84% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 18 | 2023 | +12.5% | +1.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7 | 2023 | +16.67% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 7 | 2023 | 0% | +3.13% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 5 | 2023 | +25% | +20.11% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 4 | 2023 | +33.33% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 3 | 2023 | 0% | +24.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Cyprus | 1 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 1 | 2023 | -100% | -100% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 1 | 2023 | 0% | View data |
