Federal Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illness Released

Indiana sets new record low for workplace injuries, illnesses

INDIANAPOLIS (Nov. 8, 2024) -- The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (SOII) data today for 2023. At an estimated 2.6 injuries or illnesses per 100 full-time workers, the 2023 nonfatal injury and illness rate for Indiana is the lowest rate in the state’s history.

At the inception of the SOII program in 1992, the overall nonfatal injury and illness rate was 11.0 injuries per 100 full-time workers. The rate reached a high of 11.3 in 1994 and has since decreased by 77%. The 2023 estimated rate marks the ninth consecutive year that the rate has been below 4.0.

“These decreasing rates show how employers across the Hoosier state realize the importance of safety training and its impact in the workplace,” said Indiana Department of Labor Commissioner David Redden. “We encourage all businesses to continue to follow OSHA safety standards and take advantage of continual safety education for all workers.”

The 2023 SOII shows that 13 industries experienced decreases in their nonfatal injury and illness rates compared to 2022.

• Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction (2.1)
• Construction (2.1)
• Wholesale trade (2.0)
• Retail trade (2.4)
• Utilities (1.4)
• Information (1.8)
• Real estate and rental and leasing (1.8)
• Management of companies and enterprises (0.3)
• Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services (1.3)
• Educational services (1.7)
• Accommodation and food services (2.2)
• Other services (except public administration) (1.5)
• State government (1.8)

In contrast, six industries experienced an increase in their estimated injury and illness rates:

• Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting (3.5)
• Manufacturing (3.0)
• Transportation and warehousing (3.7)
• Health care and social assistance (3.8)
• Arts, entertainment, and recreation (5.7)
• Local government (5.1)

Indiana’s full 2023 SOII data collection report is available online here.

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Media Contacts:

Stephanie McFarland | 317.709.8728 | media@dol.in.gov

About the Indiana Department of Labor:

The mission of the Indiana Department of Labor is to advance the safety, health and prosperity of Hoosiers in the workplace. In order to make significant strides, we emphasize both enforcement and compliance assistance by employers. www.in.gov/dol