Data from the Regional Institute for Safety and Health at Work, analyzed by UGT Madrid, reveals that in April 2026 alone, nine individuals lost their lives while performing their professional duties. This figure surpasses the eight deaths recorded in the same month of the previous year, indicating a worrying upward trend.

The distribution of workplace mortality in April shows disparity across sectors. The Services sector was the most affected with five fatalities, followed by Construction with three, and Industry with one. Non-Traumatic Pathologies (PNTs), such as heart attacks or strokes, account for nearly 59% of fatal accidents this year, impacting all sectors in April, alongside other causes like entrapments and falling objects.

In total, the region has recorded 29,699 workplace accidents between January and April 2026. Of these, 24,077 occurred during working hours, while 5,622 happened during commutes (in itinere). Although serious accidents have slightly decreased in services and industry, the Construction sector has seen an increase from 25 to 30 serious accidents, and mortality in the industrial sector has tripled year-on-year.

In response to this situation, trade unions have urged companies to strengthen practical and continuous training in risk prevention. They have called for increased resources for the Labor Inspectorate and highlighted emerging risks from digitalization and mental health, such as lack of digital disconnection and job insecurity, which contribute to the rise in non-traumatic pathologies.