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The construction industry is a high-risk sector, with approximately 63.7 occupational accidents per 1,000 employees in 2011. Falls from heights are the leading cause of serious injuries (40%) and fatalities (60%). This highlights the necessity for thorough risk assessments for high work environments. Effective safety measures include guardrails, nets, and PPE. Adopting these protocols can significantly reduce accident rates and promote a safer working environment for all construction workers, emphasizing the importance of continuous safety improvements and accountability.
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Construction Industry Per 1000 Employees in 2011: Occupational Accidents: Generally: approx. 25.8 Construction Industry: approx. 63.7 Serious Accidents: Generally: 0.45 Construction Industry: 1.37 Fatal Occupational Accidents: Construction Industry: 22 % The Construction Area is a High Risk Sector !
Construction Industry Most of the Accidents in the Construction Industry which lead to serious Injuries - approx 40 % or Death – approx. 60 % are caused by Falls from high situated Work Places
> 7,00 5,01 – 7,00 3,01 – 5,00 2,01 – 3,00 1,01 – 2,00 0,00 – 1,00 Construction Industry Consequences of falls depending on the Height Injury % Height m Death %
Further development, stabilization Analysis Assessment Verificationof effectiveness Developmentofgoals Endorsement andimplementation Development of concepts Assembly of proposals Construction Industry Steps of Risk Assessment
Construction Industry Devices to prevent Falls Guard Rail Nets Barrier Covering of Opening
Construction Industry Devices to catch falling Persons Safety Scaffolds Scaffolds under Roofs Safety Walls on Roof Guard Nets
Construction Industry PPE´s against Fall
Construction Industry • The Construction Area is a High Risk Sector • Falls from Height with serious Injuries are numerous • In Connection with high Work Places Risk Assessment is obligatory • It is important to choose the best Safety Measure possible • PPE only for Short Time Works Final Summary:
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