Four Midlands Workplace Deaths Recorded In 2025

New HSA figures show almost 60 incidents were recorded nationally last year.

58 people died in work-related incidents in this country during 2025, according to Health and Safety Authority figures published today.

4 took place in the Midlands, with two in Offaly, and one each on Laois and Westmeath.

The national figure is a 61% increase on 2024.

The leading causes of deaths were being hit or crushed by falling objects, incidents with machinery or vehicles, and falling from a height.

CEO of the Health and Safety Authority, Mark Cullen, says one group who face significant risks at work are the self-employed:

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