At a glance
During 2000-2019, 12 fishing industry workers died in Hawaiian waters, with falls overboard being the leading cause of worker fatalities.
Quick Stats
During 2000-2019, 12 Fishing Industry Workers Died in Hawaiian Waters.1
Types of Incidents Causing Fatalities
- Falls Overboard (7, 58%)
- Vessel Disaster (2, 17%)
- Onboard Fatality (2, 17%)
- Diving Fatality ( 1, 8%)
Top Causes of Death:2
- Drowning (9, 75%)
- Blunt Force Trauma (1, 8%)
- Smoke Inhalation (1, 8%)
- Poisoning (1, 8%)
Fisheries with the Most Fatalities
- Tuna Longline (6, 50%)
- Other/Unknown (6, 50%)
Content Source
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
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Published: May 15, 2024
Updated: October 28, 2026
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Reviewed: December 21, 2023
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- The NIOSH Commercial Fishing Incident Database only includes cases that occurred within 200 miles of Hawaii. Incidents in the greater Pacific area, such as around Guam or American Samoa, are not routinely included.
- Percentages may not sum to 100 due to rounding.
- NIOSH Commercial Fishing Incident Database (CFID)