# Investigation of occupational accidents in Brazil: a decade-long ecological study (2012-2022)

## TL;DR

This study analyzed trends in occupational accidents in Brazil from 2012 to 2022, revealing a rise in both the number and severity of cases.

## Contribution

The study provides a detailed ecological analysis of occupational accidents in Brazil over a decade, highlighting disparities and data gaps.

## Key findings

- There was a significant increase in occupational accident notifications, reaching 301,107 cases in 2022.
- The study identified educational and regional disparities in the occurrence of occupational accidents.
- Improvements in data collection are needed to better understand and address the impacts of these accidents.

## Abstract

This study conducted a time trend analysis of occupational accidents in
Brazil from 2012 to 2022.

To contribute to more effective strategies for controlling the associated
risks.

Using an ecological, retrospective, descriptive, quantitative approach,
public data were collected using the TABNET application from Brazil Unified
Health System Department of Information. The collection covered all reported
cases of occupational accidents among Brazilian residents in December 2023.
The study focused on inequalities according to educational levels, age
group, education level, and regions, while also investigating health care
and the evolution of cases.

The results revealed a concerning increase in notifications, reaching 301,107
cases in 2022; an increase not only in quantity, but also in the severity of
accidents.

The method used provided a comprehensive and detailed analysis, allowing
educational and regional disparities to be identified, and highlighted the
importance of seeking health care. However, the gap in documentation
highlights a need to improve data collection for a more complete grasp of
the impacts of occupational accidents, guiding effective interventions to
promote occupational safety.