Korean J Occup Health Nurs.  2021 Nov;30(4):186-195. 10.5807/kjohn.2021.30.4.186.

Characteristics of Industrial Accident Deaths by Year and Industry

• Jung HS
• Kwak SJ
• Kwon EJ
• Baek EM

• KMID: 2537031
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.5807/kjohn.2021.30.4.186

Abstract

Purpose
The current status and rationale of industrial accidents needs to be examined to develop scientific and systemic preventive measures.
Methods
The aim of this study is to analyze the current data on industrial accidents provided by the Ministry of Employment and Labor and categorize work-related deaths by types of industries and annual report.
Results
First, the highest number of deaths occurred in industries that had less than 50 people. Second, in the manufacturing industry, the highest death rate was found in workers in the age group 50-59 years. In the construction industry, workers aged 50 and above had the highest number of deaths. In other industries, workers aged 60 and above had the highest number of deaths. Third, the highest number of deaths occurred in workers with less than one year of experience in any industry Fourth, in most industries, the highest work-related deaths occurred during weekdays (Monday~Friday). In 2015, the warehouse delivery industry had 33% higher work-related deaths on the weekends (Saturday and Sunday) as compared to other industries. Fifth, in most industries, the highest work-related deaths occurred from 8 AM to 6 PM. The warehouse delivery industry had higher work-related deaths from 10 PM to 8 AM as compared to other industries.
Conclusion
In order to increase the efficacy of industrial accident prevention, it is necessary to establish an effective health management system and apply strict safety management activities.

Keyword

Industrial accident; Accident death