The latest provisional figures from the Health and Safety Executive reveal a stark reality: 124 workers lost their lives in work‑related accidents in 2024/25, and 92 members of the public were also killed due to work‑related incidents. As MBO Safety Services, we believe these numbers are more than statistics. They are reminders of the responsibility every employer carries to protect their workforce.
This blog breaks down the key findings from the HSE report and explains how we help organisations strengthen their safety culture through training, documentation and ongoing support.
📊 Key Statistics from the HSE Fatal Injuries Overview
The HSE’s 2024/25 provisional data highlights several critical trends:
- Construction fatalities — Construction remains one of the highest‑risk sectors, continuing to account for the greatest number of worker deaths.
- Agriculture, forestry and fishing — This sector also consistently records high fatality numbers, reflecting the hazardous nature of the work.
- Male workers — 95 percent of all workers fatally injured were men, a pattern unchanged from previous years.
- Older workers — Workers aged 60 and over accounted for around 40 percent of all fatalities.
- Falls from height — The most common cause of fatal accidents, responsible for over a quarter of all worker deaths.
- Long‑term trends — Although fatal injury rates have decreased over the long term, the last decade has seen a broadly flat trend.
These figures are provisional and will be finalised in July 2026, but they already paint a clear picture: workplace safety must remain a top priority for every employer.
🛡️ How MBO Safety Services Helps Businesses Keep Their Workers Safe
At MBO Safety Services, we work with organisations across the United Kingdom to reduce risk, improve compliance and create safer working environments. The statistics above highlight exactly why our support matters.
✔️ Training and Competency Development
Competent workers are safer workers. We deliver accredited and bespoke training covering:
- Working at height
- Manual Handling
- Construction site safety
- Risk assessment
- Emergency procedures
- NEBOSH and IOSH qualifications
Our training ensures employees understand hazards, control measures and their responsibilities.
✔️ Safety Documentation and Compliance
Many incidents occur because procedures are unclear or outdated. We help businesses create and maintain:
- Risk assessments
- Method statements
- Safe systems of work
- Construction phase plans
- Health and safety policies
- Contractor management documentation
Clear documentation protects workers and demonstrates compliance with UK legislation.
✔️ On‑Site Support and Auditing
Regular inspections and audits identify issues before they become incidents. We provide practical, actionable recommendations that strengthen safety culture and reduce risk.
✔️ Ongoing Partnership
Safety is not a one‑off task. We partner with organisations long‑term, ensuring they stay compliant as regulations evolve and operations change.
The HSE’s latest fatal injury statistics are a sobering reminder that workplace safety cannot be taken for granted. Every number represents a life lost, a family affected and a lesson for the industry.
At MBO Safety Services, our mission is to help businesses prevent accidents through high‑quality training, robust documentation and proactive support. Together, we can reduce these numbers and create safer workplaces across Great Britain.
If you would like to strengthen your organisation’s safety standards, simply get in touch with us on 08000 842 297 or info@mbo.ltd.