Fatal injury rates per 100,000 workers in the United States and the European Union, 2010
| Industry | E.U. Rate | U.S. Rate | U.S./E.U. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, and fishing | 9.4 | 18.4 | 200% |
| Manufacturing | 2.2 | 3.3 | 150% |
| Electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning supply | 2.9 | 4.7 | 160% |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management, and remediation activities | 6.0 | 12.4 | 210% |
| Construction | 7.9 | 9.6 | 120% |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles | 1.4 | 2.0 | 140% |
| Transportation and storage | 6.8 | 13.5 | 200% |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 0.6 | 1.0 | 170% |
| Information and communication | 0.6 | 1.3 | 220% |
| Financial and insurance activities | 0.6 | 0.2 | 30% |
| Real estate activities | 1.0 | 2.0 | 200% |
| Professional, scientific, and technical activities | 0.8 | 0.5 | 60% |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1.8 | 2.5 | 140% |
Source: William J. Wiatrowski and Jill Janocha Monthly Labor Review article, "Comparing Fatal Work Injuries in the United States and the European Union" (Wiatrowski and Janocha 2014).