Over the past week, Sweden has witnessed a sharp rise in fatal workplace accidents, leading to eight reported deaths.

The incidents have ignited a call for action from various parties, including academic researchers and government officials.

Professor Jan Johansson, a senior researcher at Luleå University of Technology, has suggested the establishment of an independent accident investigation commission.

Following a fatal workplace accident in Sundbyberg, Deputy Minister of Labour, Paulina Brandberg, plans to convene talks with labour market stakeholders to discuss strategies for reducing the number of fatalities.

As part of this initiative, the Minister for Employment, Johan Pehrson, has proposed increasing the number of unannounced inspections by the Swedish Work Environment Authority.

Still, critics argue that more drastic measures are needed, including stricter penalties and increased fines for non-compliance with workplace safety regulations.