Safe Work Australia report identifies high-risk occupations

Australia’s most hazardous professions were highlighted in a report revealing 188 workplace fatalities in 2024, a decrease from 200 in 2023, with machinery operators and drivers accounting for the highest number of deaths. Vehicle incidents led to 79 fatalities, while the report emphasized ongoing safety concerns, noting that 70% of injured workers did not receive compensation.

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