Quick guide on sources and uses of statistics on occupational safety and health

This guide gives an overview of the main aspects of occupational safety and health statistics, including their relevance and uses. It also presents the international standards governing occupational safety and health statistics, as well as a description of the most commonly used occupational safety and health indicators. The guide also reviews the various types of potential sources of occupational safety and health statistics, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages. Finally, the guide points to the main challenges surrounding the compilation, dissemination and interpretation of occupational safety and health statistics.