
There are many injuries at work associated to falling and a lot of fall-related deaths reported every year. Most of these instances could have been prevented with better training, better measures in place, and by correctly equipping personnel before the possibility for injury happens. The third leading reason of death in the workplace is due to lack of proper fall protection. This falls behind violence in the workplace and automobile accidents.
The number one reason of death within the construction industry come from fall-related accidents. There is more potential for fall accidents depending on the kinds of work being done within your workplace. Thus, being familiar with the unique risks that are present in your work atmosphere and in your work situation could help you deal with dangerous situations and prepare for them before they happen as well as help you avoid fall injuries and deaths.
It is a great idea for your business to encourage regular workplace training and to encourage fellow workers to follow the precautions and to take them more seriously. Implementing a setting that encourages safety and training at all times can help you as well as your co-workers avoid predictable accidents.
Following and implementing a regular safety program at work can help so as to avoid any possible safety related lawsuits and prevent a PR crisis for you business. By encouraging cooperation and respect from your foremen and workers, issues can be avoided with workers' unions. The best reward will be that you would prevent your staff paying with their lives and or serious health situations that may have been avoided if the right measures had been used.