The number of work-related deaths in France hit a new record in 2025, according to the CGT union, which reported 783 deaths from work-related accidents, 344 from work-related travel accidents, and 204 from occupational diseases, totaling 1,331 fatalities. This is 34 more than the 1,297 reported in 2024. The CGT described the situation as "concerning," noting that the frequency of work-related accidents has stopped declining and is now increasing slightly—by 0.3% in 2025. The union also highlighted a doubling of work-related diseases linked to stress and professional exhaustion over the past five years, and the continued overexposure of young workers, who account for 16% of work-related accidents despite making up only 11% of the workforce. The National Social Security Fund (CNAM) had previously reported 1,297 work-related deaths in 2024, which marked a record since 2018, when deaths from fainting were included in the count. The transport and construction sectors were identified as the most at risk in 2024. The CNAM publishes an annual report on occupational risks, which includes data on fatal work-related accidents. However, when asked about the CGT's figures, the Social Security Fund did not confirm them, noting that its data is based only on private sector employees affiliated with the general insurance scheme. It excludes farmers, agricultural workers, public sector employees, and independent workers who have not voluntarily subscribed to work-related accident and occupational disease insurance. The CNAM’s data also highlights disparities in risk exposure. Young workers, aged under 25, are especially vulnerable, with 16% of work-related accidents involving this group, despite their relatively small share of the workforce. The CGT points out that this overrepresentation suggests a need for targeted safety measures and training for young employees. In response to these trends, the French Labor Ministry, led by Minister Jean-Pierre Farandou, unveiled a new five-year plan for workplace health in June 2025. The plan, which spans 2026 to 2030, aims to address key concerns such as protecting young workers, improving women's health at work, promoting mental health, managing risks from extreme heat, and addressing the challenges of digital transformation in the workplace. One of the proposed initiatives includes experimenting with distinctive signs to identify new employees in companies, aiming to enhance safety awareness and support for newcomers.