It’s a stark reminder of the importance of strong safety measures on the job.
The Workers’ Compensation Board reports that twenty Nova Scotians died at work or because of their work in 2024.
That’s up from 18 in 2023.
Eight workplace fatalities last year were from acute traumatic injuries in sectors including construction, retail and manufacturing.
Six deaths were related to occupational diseases stemming from past exposures.
Six were from health-related events, like a heart attack or stroke.
In a release, the minister of Labour, Skills and Immigration says every workplace fatality is one too many. Nolan Young says, “Our thoughts are with the families and coworkers affected by these tragedies. We will continue to take action and work together to prevent workplace injuries and fatalities across Nova Scotia.”
WCB CEO Karen Adams says having stringent safety protocols at a workplace is essential to preventing fatalities.
Adams adds, “Workplace deaths leave families having to navigate the loss of a loved one from an event that is not only tragic but, in many cases, preventable. It’s a type of grief no one should have to cope with. Our thoughts are with the families.”
NS workplace fatalities 2024
(Source: Workers’ Compensation Board)
