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Why do young workers in construction get injured more often than older ones?
A new report by the Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority and STAMI shows that in the construction sector, workers under the age of 25 are most often affected. In 2024, a total of 3,902 work-related injuries were registered in this sector, and the youngest employees are injured more frequently than their older colleagues.
According to data from Arbeidstilsynet, 30 workers died in workplace accidents during 2025 in Norway.
This is one of the highest figures in the past decade. The only year with more fatalities in the last 10 years was 2021. Even more concerning - at the beginning of 2026, 6 work-related deaths have already been registered.
What needs to be known when organizing outdoor work in cold weather?
Working outdoors during winter creates additional challenges for employee health and safety. Cold affects not only comfort, but also performance, reaction time and the risk of accidents. The employer is responsible for assessing the situation and ensuring that work is organised safely, even under demanding weather conditions.
Young workers in Norway - employer obligations and requirements
When hiring employees under the age of 18, employers are subject to stricter safety and work-organization requirements than when working with adults. This is especially relevant in jobs involving tools, machinery, or an increased risk to employee safety.
New requirements for working with asbestos in Norway
From 21 December 2025, updated regulations on working with asbestos have entered into force. These changes more clearly define employers’ responsibilities and introduce stricter measures to protect employees from hazardous asbestos fibres.
From 1 January 2026 – clearer requirements for the psychosocial work environment in Norway
The Norwegian Labour Inspection Authority (Arbeidstilsynet) informs that amendments to the Working Environment Act will come into force from 1 January 2026, clarifying employers’ responsibility for the psychosocial work environment.
New Arbeidstilsynet study: lack of HMS training is directly linked to more working environment violations.
Based on 51 302 inspections carried out over the past 10 years, a clear trend has been identified:
Do you know when a company is required to keep a register of employees exposed to harmful factors?
This is an official document in which the employer records employees who are or may be exposed to factors harmful to health. The register is necessary to enable future identification of exposure, assessment of the origin of occupational diseases, and planning of risk-reduction measures.