
Sadly, there is a large number of workplace injuries related to falling and a lot of fall-related deaths reported every year. A lot of these instances could have been prevented by having proper measures in place, offering right training and equipping employees correctly before the possibility for injury occurs. The third leading reason of death in the workplace is due to lack of correct fall protection. This falls behind violence in the workplace and automobile accidents.
The number one reason of death in the construction industry come from fall-related accidents. There is more potential for fall accidents depending on the kinds of work being done in your workplace. So, being familiar with the unique risks that exist within your work atmosphere and in your work situation could help you address dangerous situations and be ready for them before they happen as well as help you prevent fall injuries and deaths.
It is a great idea for your company to encourage regular workplace training and to encourage fellow employees to follow the precautions and to take them more seriously. Implementing an environment that encourages training and safety at all times can help you and your co-workers avoid predictable accidents.
An implemented regular safety program at work will help in order to prevent future injuries, so as to avoid potential safety related lawsuits, and to prevent potential PR issues for your company. Fostering cooperation and respect amongst your employees and foremen, concerns could be prevented with worker unions. The best reward would be that you would prevent your staff paying with their lives and or serious health situations which might have been prevented if the right measures had been utilized.