Provisional annual statistics for 2021 from the HSA show that as of 30 December, 38 people had lost their lives in work-related incidents, compared to 54 in 2020.
This represented the lowest figure recorded since the Health and Safety Authority was established over 30 years ago.
The farming sector saw a decline of over 50%, with nine fatalities recorded in 2021 compared to 20 in 2020, but the sector still remains one of the most dangerous industries in which to work.
The farming sector remains one of the most dangerous industries in which to work.