Study on the situation of accidents at work in Romania compared to other EU member countries

Abstract

Occupational accidents are a significant occupational health and safety problem in Romania and worldwide. This research examines recent developments and trends in occupational accidents in Romania, assessing the incidence rate of fatal accidents at work in relation to other EU countries. The aim of this research is to identify the main sectors that rank high in employee exposure and to highlight the need for urgent action to reduce incidents and improve workplace safety. It also provides a better understanding of the phenomenon of accidents at work in the Romanian context, including the advocacy of a safer working environment for all employees in the country.

Keywords

• work environment
• accidents at work
• exposure
• fatality
• incidence rate
• records of accidents at work.