Each year, on Workers Memorial Day, we remember all those who have died, been injured, or become sick on the job, and we renew our commitment to ensure the safety of American workers.

From the AFL-CIO

Every year on April 28, the unions of the AFL-CIO observe Workers Memorial Day to remember those who have suffered and died on the job and to renew our efforts for safe workplaces.  This year we the struggle continues to create good jobs in this country that are safe and healthy and to ensure the freedom of workers to form unions and, through their unions, to speak out and bargain for respect and a better future.  It's time for our country to fulfill the promise of safe jobs for all.

To learn more about the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, safety and health on the job, and for additional resources, click here.

Death on the Job report, 2011

2012 Illinois Workers' Memorial Day Events

2012 Indiana Workers' Memorial Ceremony