Sharp rise in workplace fatalities last year 'deeply concerning', safety watchdog says

Agriculture sector saw 23 work-related deaths recorded, representing 40% of all such fatalities in 2025, from a sector that employs just 4% of the overall workforce.

There was a sharp rise in workplace fatalities last year, as the State’s watchdog warned well-known hazards in workplaces were “not being adequately controlled”.

The Health and Safety Authority said on Monday the number of people dying in work-related incidents rose from 36 in 2024 to 58 last year, a 61% increase.