Workplace accident rates rise in Romania; examines trends and risks across Europe, including Greece and Spain.
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Workplace accidents and their geographical distribution have increased in Romania over the last decade, with “commute accidents” nearly doubling during the same period. Specific incidents are reported from various locations, including serious injuries at an energy complex and a building collapse resulting in fatalities. Data shows that Bucharest leads in the number of injured workers, while Alba has the highest number of fatal accidents. Retail trade and undeclared activities account for the largest share of workplace accidents. Analysis indicates that individuals aged 50 to 60 are most affected, yet a significant portion of accident victims have less than five years of work experience. In Greece, nearly three-quarters of fatal workplace accidents are unreported in official statistics, with the agricultural sector being the highest risk area for fatalities not officially recorded as occupational diseases. Lithuania reported 19 workplace deaths and 120 serious injuries in 2024 (excluding traffic). Spain saw 616 workplace fatalities in 2023, with construction being the most frequent high-risk sector. In France, while overall accident numbers have slightly decreased since the pandemic peak, occupational diseases have risen by seven percent, and healthcare and vehicle repair sectors report the most accidents.
