
There are high numbers of injuries at work related to falling and large amount of fall-related deaths reported each and every year. Most of these instances could have been avoided with better training, better measures in place, and by properly equipping employees before the chance for injury takes place. The third leading cause of death in the workplace is due to lack of right fall protection. This falls behind violence in the workplace and automobile accidents.
Fall-related incidents are the number one reason of death within the construction trade. The potential for fall incidents very much increases based upon the type of work that is being accomplished in your workplace. So, being familiar with the unique hazards which exist in your work environment and in your work situation can help you deal with hazardous situations and be ready for them before they take place as well as help you avoid fall injuries and deaths.
It is a good idea for your business to encourage regular workplace training and to encourage fellow staff to follow the precautions and to take them more seriously. Implementing a setting that encourages training and safety at all times could help you as well as your co-workers prevent expected accidents.
Implementing and following a regular safety program at work can help to prevent whatever potential safety related lawsuits and prevent a PR crisis for you company. By encouraging respect and cooperation from your foremen and employees, concerns can be avoided with workers' unions. The best reward will be that you will avoid your staff paying with their lives and or serious health situations which could have been prevented if the proper measures had been utilized.