58 people died in work-related incidents in this country during 2025, according to Health and Safety Authority figures published today.
This represents a 61% increase on 2024.
The leading causes of deaths were being hit or crushed by falling objects, incidents with machinery or vehicles, and falling from a height.
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CEO of the Health and Safety Authority, Mark Cullen, says one group who face significant risks at work are the self-employed.
