This study comprehensively examines the historical development of occupational health and safety (OHS) practices in the mining sector and the role of legal regulations in preventing workplace accidents. It addresses occupational health and safety measures in underground and open-pit mining operations, the risks faced by employees, and the precautions taken to minimize these risks. Additionally, the legal aspect of workplace accidents is emphasized, with a detailed discussion on the concept of negligent crimes and the criminal liability that arises from workplace accidents. Special attention is given to Supreme Court decisions in the analysis of the legal processes resulting from workplace accidents. Through an evaluation of significant rulings by the Supreme Court related to workplace accidents, the elements of negligent crimes, the determination of criminal liability, and the roles of employers and employees in these processes are discussed. The frequent mention of workplace accident cases in Supreme Court rulings highlights the most critical issues encountered in the mining sector and underscores the sufficiency of the measures taken to prevent such accidents. Furthermore, this study examines how workplace accidents are punished within the scope of negligent crimes and in which cases employers are held liable. In light of the Supreme Court’s decisions on workplace accidents, the importance of effectively implementing occupational health and safety measures in the mining sector is emphasized. In conclusion, several suggestions are offered to improve existing legal regulations in order to enhance the effectiveness of OHS in the mining sector. The study concludes that legal and practical measures should be strengthened to prevent workplace accidents and proposes that OHS policies need further reinforcement in this regard.

Occupational health and safety, mining accidents, negligent crimes, legal liability, Supreme Court decisions