Tragic Day for Workplace Safety in Italy
September 16, 2025, marked a somber day for workplace safety in Italy, as two separate fatal accidents claimed the lives of two workers in the northern regions of Piedmont and Lombardy. These incidents underscore ongoing concerns regarding occupational hazards in the country.
Fatal Accident in Piedmont
In the Piedmont region, specifically in Leini, a town in the province of Turin, a 55-year-old worker died after being crushed by a tow truck. According to initial reconstructions, the man was attempting to start the vehicle, which was reportedly in gear. The door struck him, causing him to fall, and he was subsequently run over by the front left wheel, resulting in immediate death. The victim was an employee of the vehicle dismantling company At srl.
Lombardy Sees Another Workplace Fatality
On the same day, a separate and equally tragic incident occurred in San Giuliano Milanese, located in the province of Milan, Lombardy. A 36-year-old Tunisian worker lost his life after falling from the roof of a warehouse where he was engaged in installing solar panels. Reports indicate that a section of the sheet metal roof gave way, causing the man to plummet approximately 7-8 meters. Despite the rapid intervention of emergency services, including an air ambulance, the worker sustained a severe head trauma and could not be saved. The company for which he was working specialized in solar panel installation and was based in Mantua, while the maintenance was requested by Ferrolmet in San Giuliano Milanese.
Ongoing Concerns Over Workplace Deaths
These latest fatalities contribute to a worrying trend of workplace deaths in Italy. Data from the first semester of 2025 showed 40 work-related deaths in Piedmont, an increase of 37.9% compared to the same period in 2024. Similarly, Lombardy recorded 70 victims from January to July 2025, with Milan province having the highest number of fatalities in the region. Authorities continue to investigate the precise dynamics of both accidents, highlighting the persistent challenge of ensuring adequate safety measures in Italian workplaces.
5 Comments
ZmeeLove
The human cost of these accidents is undeniable and tragic, yet small businesses often face immense pressure to keep costs down, sometimes leading to compromises in safety. We need solutions that support both worker well-being and economic viability.
Comandante
It's horrifying to see such a rise in workplace deaths, indicating a clear failure in current safety measures. But beyond legislation, there's a need for better risk assessment, proper equipment maintenance, and ongoing safety education for everyone involved.
Muchacha
These incidents clearly show a systemic problem in workplace safety across Italy, not just isolated accidents. However, blaming only employers without addressing issues like temporary contracts or insufficient government oversight misses the bigger picture.
ZmeeLove
Another two families shattered. When will Italy take workplace safety seriously?
eliphas
More rules just mean more bureaucracy. Companies already struggle with compliance costs.