That's according to figures from the Health and Safety Authority, who say there were no fatal work-related accidents in Clare last year. Cork had the highest number of fatal workpalce accidents both last year and throughout this decade. 16 people have been killed in work-related accidents in Clare this decade. Figures dating back to 2010 show 16 people here have lost their lives in these accidents and this is the eighth highest of any county in Ireland. Clare Junior Minister Pat Breen, who attended an event in Dublin to mark the third annual Workers' Memorial Day, has called for an increased focus on safety in the workplace.
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IOSH Launches New Vision To Protect Workers From Workplace Accidents
Its launch, in Qatar, came ahead of ILO's annual call to action on workplace health and safety. IOSH Launches New Vision To Protect Workers From Workplace AccidentsHealth and safety is at the heart of many of the world's most successful organizations, according to the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), but it's estimated that more than 2.3 million people still die every year from work-related accidents or illness, and that some 300 million workplace accidents causing injuries occur annually. This year, it focuses on greater transparency and better national data on occupational diseases and accidents. A new global strategy to tackle inequalities in safeguarding the world's workforce has been launched by IOSH in recognition of today's World Day for Safety and Health at Work. One example of how the Institution is already collaborating and influencing to help workers worldwide is IOSH's No Time to Lose campaign.
April 28th is National Day of Mourning. Regardless, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board is implementing ways that can save lives. 208 people died while on the job last year, however that's down from three years ago. Chair of the WSIB Elizabeth Whitmer tells 570 NEWS National Day of Mourning means two things "We have to remember those who passed away tragically while on the job, while looking ahead and preventing fatalities and accidents from happening."Events will be taking place across the country to raise awareness for employers to take the necessary steps while making sure employees know the proper precautions to take.
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