ANALYSIS OF ECONOMIC LOSSES FROM OCCUPATIONAL INJURIES AND OCCUPATIONAL DISEASES

The article analyzes the economic losses associated with occupational injuries and occupational diseases in Kazakhstan over the period from 2014 to 2023.The research is based on data on the number of individuals affected by workplace accidents, the severity of injuries, and the material consequences of these events.The authors highlight trends in the changing levels of workplace injuries, including a decrease in the number of victims until 2017, followed by an increase, especially in recent years.Particular attention is given to a major accident at a mine in the Karaganda region in 2023, which significantly impacted mortality rates and material losses.The article examines the sectoral and regional structure of the material consequences of accidents, emphasizing a substantial increase in economic costs amid the rise in severe injuries and fatalities.The authors also discuss the impact of these processes on the national economy and the need to strengthen occupational safety measures.