FY 2025 Utah Workplace Accident Summary

Posted by [email protected] on Oct. 9, 2025  /  Subscribe 0

📊 FY2025 Utah Workplace Accident Summary

What URCA Members Need to Know

As part of URCA’s commitment to safety, transparency, and advocacy, we’re sharing highlights from the Utah Occupational Safety and Health (UOSH) FY2025 accident report. Covering incidents from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2025, this data offers critical insights into where risks are rising—and how our members can take action.

🚧 Total Accidents by Sector

Construction: 171
General Industry: 614
Public Sector: 96
Total: 881

While construction accounted for fewer total incidents than general industry, it continues to carry a disproportionately high rate of serious injuries and fatalities.

⚠️ Fatalities & Catastrophes

• 17 work-related fatalities investigated by UOSH
• 7 fatalities occurred in construction
• 2 catastrophic events involved hospitalization of three or more employees
• Construction fatality rate: 5.02 per 100,000 employees—nearly 7× higher than general industry
  
  
  

🧠 Most Common Injury Types

• Fractures: 388
• Cuts/Lacerations: 164
• Concussions: 107
• Struck-by incidents: 235
• Slip/Trip/Fall incidents: 216

These numbers reflect the physical nature of our work and the importance of training, PPE, and hazard awareness.

🛠️ Top Safety Violations in Construction

The most frequently cited violations included:

1. Fall Protection (1926.501)
2. Fall Protection Criteria (1926.502)
3. Fall Protection Training (1926.503)
4. Scaffolding (1926.451)
5. Excavation Hazards (1926.651)

These citations highlight where enforcement is focused—and where contractors should double down on compliance.

📍 Why This Matters

These numbers aren’t just statistics—they represent real people, families, and businesses. By understanding where accidents are happening and why, URCA members can take meaningful steps to improve safety, reduce liability, and protect our workforce.

We encourage all members to:
✅ Review your safety programs and training protocols
✅ Attend URCA’s upcoming CE and safety workshops
✅ Share this data with your teams and subcontractors
✅ Reach out to URCA for support in navigating compliance or implementing best practices

Together, we can build a safer, stronger Utah construction industry!

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