Workers Memorial Day Ceremony to Remember Fallen Workers on April 28
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The families and friends of fallen workers, and organizations, including the U.S. Department of Labor and its Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) will observe April 28 as Workers Memorial Day.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the roofing industry saw 108 workers die as a result of workplace injuries in 2020. On average, 13 workers die as a result of workplace injuries every day in the U.S. While this is far fewer than before the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, the nation continues to confront the enormous challenge of making sure every worker ends their shift safely.