Аннотация
Objective: This paper focuses on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 8 ("Decent Work and Economic Growth") and SDG 3 ("Good Health and Well-being"), emphasizing the importance of enhancing OSH within the context of sustainable development. Theoretical Framework: By addressing workplace safety and labor protection, the research con-tributes to promoting decent work environments, improving worker well-being, and fostering sus-tainable economic growth in Kazakhstan. Method: The study's practical significance lies in improving mechanisms for preventing workplace injuries and optimizing the investigation processes for labor protection violations, ultimately en-hancing the quality of life and work for Kazakhstan's labor force. Results and Discussion: This study aims to provide a comprehensive assessment of the current state of occupational safety and health (OSH) in Kazakhstan, focusing on the period from 2013 to 2022. Research Implications: It examines workplace accidents, injuries, and deaths, along with the structure and dynamics of criminal offenses related to OSH violations. Originality/Value: The research highlights a significant disparity between the number of regis-tered offenses under Article 156 of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the num-ber of actual convictions.