Safe Work Australia has released data relating to injuries incurred by workers employed in the construction industry as well as work-related fatalities.

The data shows that ACT constructions sites recorded the highest incidence rate of serious claims with 29.0 claims per 1000 workers while Victoria had the lowest with 12.9. Tasmania recorded the largest decrease of any jurisdiction with a 26% decrease over the five year period.

This resource is a useful summary resource for anyone with an interest in work-related injuries and fatalities in the construction industry.

Another report was released in August on work-related injuries and fatalities in construction, 2003 to 2013. This report presents an analysis of injuries and fatalities incurred by workers in the construction industry in Australia.

Source: Safe Work Australia