ILOSTAT provides statistics on fatal and non-fatal occupational injuries. Statistics are presented as ratios per 100,000 workers by sex and migrant status. Occupational injury includes any personal injury, disease or death from work. Data sources include administrative records, establishment and household surveys. Statistics help plan preventive measures and identify high-risk areas
OSH ensures worker well-being and safety in workplaces. Workplace safety focuses on identifying and mitigating physical hazards. Health protection aims to prevent occupational illnesses and diseases
Disinfectants destroy microorganisms on inert surfaces. Sterilization kills all life, disinfectants only destroy microorganisms. Sanitizers clean and disinfect simultaneously, disinfectants kill more germs. Bacterial endospores are most resistant to disinfectants
PPE protects wearers from injury and infection through various protective gear. Used for both occupational safety and recreational activities. Ranks last in hierarchy of hazard controls after engineering and administrative controls
World's largest occupational safety event scheduled for November 4-7, 2025. Founded in 1954 as global center for safety and health information. Organized by Federal Association for Safety and Health at Work
OSHA ensures workplace safety from occupational hazards. Workplace incidents decreased from 10.9 per 100 workers in 1972 to 2.7 in 2020