
There are many injuries at work linked to falling and large amount of fall-related deaths reported each year. Most of these instances might have been avoided with better training, better measures in place, and by properly equipping workers before the potential for injury happens. The third leading reason of death in the workplace is due to lack of right fall protection. This falls behind automobile accidents and violence in the workplace.
The number one reason of death in the construction business come from fall-related accidents. There is more potential for fall accidents depending upon the kinds of work being done in your workplace. Therefore, being familiar with the unique dangers which exist within your work atmosphere and in your work situation can help you tackle hazardous situations and be ready for them before they take place as well as help you prevent fall injuries and deaths.
It is a good idea for your business to encourage regular workplace training and to encourage fellow employees to follow the precautions and to take them more seriously. Implementing an environment which encourages training and safety at all times could help you as well as your co-workers prevent predictable accidents.
Following and implementing a regular safety program at work could help to avoid whichever possible safety related lawsuits and prevent a PR crisis for you company. By encouraging respect and cooperation from your foremen and staff, problems can be avoided with workers' unions. The best reward will be that you will prevent your staff paying with their lives and or serious health situations that could have been prevented if the proper precautions had been utilized.