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2024 Manufacturing Injury Report

Discover the latest trends, risks, and costs impacting manufacturers

The manufacturing industry is facing a skilled labor shortage in 2024—with demand for talent expected to intensify in coming years. An even bigger challenge is retaining the current workforce and keeping them safe. Our report analyzes over 14,000 injuries, revealing emerging accident trends, their impact on employee well-being, and strategies to protect your business’s bottom line.

68
Average days missed for manufacturing workers
Injured manufacturing employees missed over two months of work on average, causing productivity losses for manufacturers.
$250K+
In workers’ compensation costs
1 in 7 injuries in the manufacturing industry is considered high-risk due to behavioral health—a factor that can push workers’ comp claims over a quarter of a million dollars.
Sentry 2024 Manufacturing Injury Report