Each year, on average 112 work-related deaths occur in Colorado, or approximately one work-related fatality every three to four days. Every year, thousands of other people are injured on the job or become ill from work-related exposures. The individuals and families affected by occupational injury may bear substantial human and financial burdens from loss of income, independence, and sometimes life. Work-related injuries, illnesses, and fatalities are preventable with adequate safety and health policies and procedures. This dashboard compiles statistics related to the working population and health in Colorado and comparatively across the US.
