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Construction in Panama has a high incidence of workplace accidents due to a lack of coordination between entities responsible for occupational safety, such as the Social Security Fund, the Ministry of Labor and Workforce Development, and the Single Union of Construction and Related Workers (SUNTRACS). Despite the existence of regulations, occupational risk management continues to be a problem for human resources. The study is based on a documentary methodology, analyzing regulatory sources, institutional reports, and scientific articles on construction safety, identifying regulatory gaps, weaknesses in supervision, and the need for more effective prevention strategies. The results show that between 1998 and 2023, 381 fatal accidents occurred, primarily due to falls, electrocution, and slips. Underreporting of accidents, deficient diagnosis of occupational diseases, and outdated regulations were detected, exacerbated by a weak prevention culture. A comprehensive model based on successful international experiences is proposed, including the creation of an autonomous entity to centralize supervision, the periodic updating of regulations aligned with international standards, and the strengthening of a culture of prevention with ongoing training and non-reprisal reporting mechanisms.
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