Fatality Incidents
Report a death, in-patient hospitalization, amputation or loss of an eye: 1-800-423-7233.
Descriptions of Recent Fatalities
- A worker was seriously injured but later died from those injuries after falling through an uncovered hole while cleaning glass awnings. (9/28/17)
- A worker was fatally injured after being crushed under a truck while working on motor mounts.. (9/30/17)
- A worker was fatally injured after falling from a roof to the ground below. (9/22/17)
- A worker was seriously injured but later died from those injuries after the worker’s head came into contact with the overhead protection of a PIT. (9/20/17)
- A worker was fatally injured after being involved in a motor vehicle accident. (9/16/17)
View summaries of other work-related fatalities.
Useful Incident Information for Prevention
- Fatality Bulletins.
- FACE (Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation) Narratives.
- Fatality & Serious Injury Investigation Stories.
- Hazard Alerts
Video Library – Search Using the Keywords and Subjects
Research
- National fatality, injury, and illness statistics (www.bls.gov).
- Report on economic losses associated with fatal occupational injuries (NIOSH) (CDC.gov).
Worker Memorial Day - A solemn reminder
This annual ceremony is held during April to honor the memories of workers who die every year due to workplace hazards.
Other Links
- National Fatality Assessment and Control Evaluation (FACE) Program (NIOSH) (CDC.gov).
- National Workplace Injury, Illness, and Fatality Statistics (OSHA) (OSHA.gov).
- Pension and Survivor Benefits (booklet available in English/Spanish).
- History of Health & Safety — Why DOSH exists (online free course, PowerPoint).
