The construction sector is an extremely hazardous industry and records the highest number of accidents in most countries worldwide. This sector is found to significantly contribute to a country's economic growth through the role played by its workforce. However, employers still have a low awareness of workplace accidents' negative impacts in this sector. Therefore, this article is prepared to review the impacts of workplace accidents experienced by companies in the construction sector. Through an extensive literature review, it was found that there are five (5) highly significant impacts of workplace accidents, namely: workplace fatalities and injuries, costs, productivity, quality, and company image. This article can serve as a reference for encouraging further research on the importance of occupational safety and health management in the construction sector to prevent workplace accidents and, consequently, avoid the negative impacts that construction companies may experience.
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