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Lessons from Losses 4/2007. The number of fire deaths in the Nordic countries is relatively high in comparison with other industrialised countries. In recent years, fire deaths per million inhabitants numbered 13 in Sweden and Norway and 15 in Denmark yearly. The Finnish figure is 20, rising last year as high as 23, which is most probably among the highest in Western Europe.

Lessons from losses 3/2007. Occupational accidents occurring near conveyors are often serious, resulting, for example, in an arm being torn off, or even death due to suffocation or heavy bleeding. The most significant dangers arising from conveyors relate to the in-running nips of drawing drums, folding drums and end drums. A finger, glove or sleeve is easily caught in an unprotected nip point, making it impossible to pull your hand or arm back.

Lessons from losses 2/2007. Accumulating snow and ice on rooftops and tree branches pose a danger each year to both people and property. Property owners should be aware of these risks and take the necessary measures to prevent accidents. The risks should also be noted down in maintenance contracts made with maintenance companies.

Lessons from Losses 1/2007. A considerable number of accidents due to slipping occur in Finland’s wintry conditions each year. As winter approaches, caretakers should pay special attention to the maintenance of pavements and yards. Approximately 50,000 people seek medical attention each year due to injuries caused by slipping. In most cases, such injuries are minor but, unfortunately, slipping also causes many cases of permanent disability.