IN OTHER NEWS – A new study reveals that Georgia ranks in the top 5 Least Dangerous State for Workers in America in 2024.

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A new study has revealed that Georgia will be the 4th Least Dangerous State for Workers in America in 2024. 

Personal Injury Lawyers at Baderscott.com The study meticulously compiled data from reputable sources like the Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Additionally, the study incorporated Google search trends to gauge public interest and awareness regarding workplace injuries.

Key Findings

• Georgia ranks 4th lowest, reporting 5.28 fatal injuries and 414 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers.
• New York boasts the lowest overall injury rate, setting a national standard, with only 4.04 fatal injuries and 187 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers.
• Colorado is at 2nd lowest with 3.40 fatal injuries and 684 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers.
• West Virginia reports the highest workplace injury rate, with 7.72 fatal injuries and 3,900 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers.

Top 10 Least Dangerous States for Workers

Rank	State	Fatal Workplace Injuries	Fatal Injury Per 100k Workers	Non-Fatal Workplace Injuries	Non-Fatal Injury Per 100k Workers	Search Per 100K Workers	Final Score
50	New York	393	4.04	18181	187	5	4.32
49	Colorado	110	3.40	22133	684	9	5.85
48	California	692	3.58	28457	147	7	6.72
47	Georgia	282	5.28	22133	414	2	6.86
46	Illinois	261	4.02	25295	390	12	9.49
45	Hawaii	27	4.01	8695	1292	23	10.86
44	Florida	559	5.04	22133	199	14	12.12
43	Massachusetts	99	2.64	18971	505	28	12.34
42	Ohio	249	4.29	17391	300	21	12.56
41	New Jersey	166	3.44	26876	558	25	15.29

1. New York: 

Exhibits lower workplace injury rates with 393 fatal and 18,181 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. Strong commitment to safety reflected in Google search trends.

2. Colorado: 

Reports 110 fatal and 22,133 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. Emphasizes safety measures with a Google search trend rate of 9.

3. California: 

Demonstrates efforts towards safety with 692 fatal and 28,457 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. Ongoing public interest in safety protocols indicated by Google search trends.

4. Georgia: 

Experiences relatively lower workplace injury rates with 282 fatal and 22,133 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. Need for increased awareness highlighted by Google search trends.

5. Illinois: 

Records 261 fatal and 25,295 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. Maintains vigilance in safety measures with a Google search trend rate of 12.

6. Hawaii: 

Reflects lower workplace injury rates with 27 fatal and 8,695 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. Strong commitment to safety evidenced by a Google search trend rate of 23.

7. Florida: 

Maintains a stance towards workplace safety with 559 fatal and 22,133 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. The importance of continuous improvement in safety protocols is underscored by Google search trends.

8. Massachusetts: 

Records 99 fatal and 18,971 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. Commitment to safety is evident with a Google search trend rate of 28.

9. Ohio: 

Positions with lower workplace injury rates with 249 fatal and 17,391 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. Maintains vigilance in safety measures reflected by a Google search trend rate of 21.

10. New Jersey: 

Reflects relatively lower workplace injury rates with 166 fatal and 26,876 non-fatal injuries per 100,000 workers. Growing awareness and interest in improving workplace safety are evidenced by a Google search trend rate of 25.

Top 10 Most Dangerous States for Workers

Rank	State	Fatal Workplace Injuries	Fatal Injury Per 100k Workers	Non-Fatal Workplace Injuries	Non-Fatal Injury Per 100k Workers	Search Per 100K Workers	Final Score
1	West Virginia	61	7.72	30829	3900	115	85.00
2	Arkansas	85	6.13	19762	1426	110	79.84
3	Mississippi	82	6.67	22133	1800	101	77.74
4	Oklahoma	140	7.04	18181	914	97	75.72
5	Montana	27	4.68	22133	3832	106	75.28
6	Iowa	111	6.54	22924	1351	94	73.85
7	Maine	32	4.62	12648	1825	108	73.28
8	Indiana	174	5.15	21343	631	99	71.95
9	Michigan	207	4.10	21343	423	104	71.82
10	Kansas	91	6.04	26086	1733	90	70.61

I invite you to explore the full study here for a deeper dive into these narratives and a more comprehensive analysis.