health and safety statistics working at heights

Looking for recent health and safety statistics for working at heights? If you work on a construction site or other industry that requires you to work at heights, it is important to stay safe on the job. Working at heights safely requires proper training and a great understanding of WAH risks.

Employers are required by law to provide employees who work on construction projects proper working at heights training. This page outlines health and safety statistics for working at heights in Ontario from 2013 to the most recent statistics.

If you want to learn more about working at heights training and safety, contact the experienced trainers at ACUTE today!

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2018 Health and Safety Statistics for Working at Heights in Ontario

Unfortunately, fall accidents, injuries, and deaths continue to happen in the workplace every year. In Canada, over 40,000 workers are injured due to fall accidents each year.

According to the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association, falling from heights continues to be a leading cause of injuries and fatalities in the Ontario construction industry as of June, 2018; “despite the fact that working at heights (WAH) training is mandatory and must meet a provincial standard, workers are still dying or suffering life-altering injuries.”

In 2013, 10 workers died from fall accidents in Ontario; according to the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, there has been one fatal fall accident in 2018. With greater emphasis on training and safety practices today, why do fall accidents still occur at a high rate?

Accidents still occur because:

  • Poor working conditions still exist (such as poor lighting or slippery surfaces)
  • Workers or supervisors fail to set up proper protective equipment (such as guardrails)
  • Equipment (such as ladders) may be old, unstable, or used improperly
  • Fall protection equipment is forgotten, not used, or used incorrectly
  • Lack of training and poor overall workplace safety practices

Source: OHS Canada: People Are Falling – Statistics Are Not

Workplace falls are costly for everyone, from the families who suffer loss and the workers who must take time off work due to injuries, to the compensation companies must provide to injured workers. Did you know that in 2015 alone, companies spent $52M compensating employees who were injured on the job?

All workers who work on construction projects and who use fall protection equipment must complete a CPO-approved working at heights course. Providing proper training for employees is the best way to prevent workplace accidents, injuries, and fatalities – and comply with the law!

Costs Of Training vs. Compensation Costs

2016-17 Health and Safety Statistics for Working at Heights: Infographic

Full information for 2018 is not yet available, but check out the infographic below to learn about the most recent health and safety statistics for working at heights. This information was gathered from the 2016-17 WSIB Statistical Report and the Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development’s Blitz Results: Fall Hazards 2016-17 report.

Health and Safety Statistics Working at Heights

Learn More About Working at Heights

Want to learn more about preventing fall from heights accidents, injuries, and fatalities? Check out some of ACUTE’s other Working at Heights resources below!

Help Prevent Working at Heights Accidents – Get Proper Training Now!

Providing workers with comprehensive, hands-on training is the best way to prevent working at heights accidents. ACUTE helps organizations understand their training challenges while also taking care of the most crucial aspect of a safety program: providing unparalleled tailoring and customer service. Here are just a few things you can expect when training with ACUTE:

  • Open Door Instructor-Student Partnership – ACUTE’s training services emphasize client participation. Staff want to build relationships with clients and serve as a touchstone for advice anytime moving forward.
  • Serving Your Team and Industry – With a vast array of clients in manufacturing, construction, health, academic, and government agencies, ACUTE brings the best safety practices from across the spectrum to your workplace.
  • 100 Years of Combined Experience – ACUTE provides comprehensive health and safety training, on-site safety services, and consulting services. With over 100 years of combined experience, our staff offer more than theoretical or abstract ideas. ACUTE offers solutions.
  • Track Record of Success – ACUTE is rated 4.9/5 stars on Google reviews, demonstrating a commitment to our clients, quality, and passion for training.

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