Work at Height Training
Introduction:
Hello, everyone!
My name is Azhar, and I represent CHP Energo Construction. I have over
14 years of experience working across key industries, including power,
Steel, Cement, and Automobile sectors. My academic background
includes a degree in Mechanical Engineering, along with certifications in
Industrial Safety Management, IOSH, and PGDIMS. Currently, I’m also
pursuing NEBOSH certification to further strengthen my expertise in
safety practices.
I’m passionate about workplace safety and am here today to share key
insights on work-at-height safety and hazard prevention to help reduce
risks and ensure a safer working environment for everyone. Let’s dive
right in!
by AZHAR FROM ENERGO (CHP)
What is Work at Height?
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Definition
Fall from one level to
Roofs, scaffolds, ladders,
another.
elevated surfaces.
Hazard’s
Workplace deaths and injuries.
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2 Examples
what safety precautions
Roofs, scaffolds, ladders,
elevated surfaces.
4 Potential consequences
What can result from these
dangers?
6 Leading Cause
Workplace deaths and injuries.
Definition Work at Height
Work at height" is any place where a fall
could cause personal injury.
Any work that is done at a height of 1.8
meters or above is considered work at
height."
Roofs, scaffolds, ladders, elevated surfaces.
Hazards of Working at Height
Falling Objects
Electrical
Falls from height.
Falling objects.
Electrical hazards.
Risk: Falls remain the leading cause
of death and injury in height-related
tasks.
Cause: Inadequate fall protection,
unstable work surfaces, or improper
use of safety harnesses.
Impact: Broken bones, spinal
injuries, head trauma, or fatalities.
Risk: Tools, materials, or debris
falling from height can injure
workers below.
Cause: Poor securing of
equipment or failure to install toe
boards.
Impact: Head injuries or fatal
impacts for those below.
Risk: Contact with overhead power
lines or exposed electrical wiring.
Cause: Poor hazard assessment or
positioning near live electricity
sources.
Impact: Electrical burns, shocks, or
fatal electrocution.
Falls
Summary of Key Potential consequences
Type of Consequence
Examples
Physical
Severe injuries (e.g., fractures, paralysis), permanent
disability, or death
Financial
Medical costs, productivity loss, fines, lawsuits,
increased insurance premiums
Legal
Lawsuits, criminal prosecution, regulatory fines, site
shutdowns
Reputational
Damaged reputation, loss of trust, decreased
employee morale
Psychological/Emotional
Trauma, PTSD, anxiety for workers, families, and
colleagues
What safety precautions ?
Precautions for Specific Work Areas
Work Area
Hazards
Precautions
Scaffolding
Falls, scaffold collapse
Use properly erected and
inspected scaffolds, install
guardrails.
Ladders
Slips, falls, ladder
instability
Secure ladders, maintain 3
points of contact, avoid
overreaching.
Roof Work
Falls through fragile
roofs, slips
Use safety harnesses,
install roof anchors, secure
roof sheets.
Elevated Surfaces
Unstable platforms,
falling objects
Use anti-slip surfaces,
safety barriers, and toe
boards.
Roof Sheets
Fragile surfaces,
unprotected edges
Inspect for stability, avoid
stepping on weak areas,
use fall arrest.
Worldwide Impact: 65% of
Construction Accidents
Involve Work at Height
WHO Data
Regional
Disparities
Preventable
Tragedies
accidents are linked
Developing countries
Proper fall protection
to work at height.
face higher accident
can drastically reduce
rates.
incidents.
65% of construction
Most construction accidents involve working at height. Proper training
and safety protocols can greatly reduce injuries and fatalities.
Global Work-at-Height Accident Statistics
Source: ILO (International Labor Organization)
Global Statistics (Estimates):
About 65% of all construction accidents involve work at height (Source: WHO).
Over 300,000 fatal falls occur annually across industries (ILO estimate).
2018: ~280,000
2020: ~310,000 (post-pandemic surge)
2023: ~300,000 (estimated)
United States (OSHA Data – 2023)
Fall Accident Breakdown:
Falls accounted for 37.9% of all construction fatalities (395 out of 1,042
deaths in 2022).
Fall Protection Violations: 37.9%
Ladder Accidents: 25%
Scaffold Collapses: 20%
Other: 17.1%
uropean Union (EU-OSHA Data)
Falls from height cause 50% of fatal accidents in
construction.
No guardrails: 42%
Unsecured ladders: 28%
Fragile surfaces: 18%
Weather hazards: 12%
United Kingdom (HSE Data – 2022/23)
Fall Statistics:
40% of construction fatalities were due to falls from
height.
Main Causes:
Falls from ladders → 28% of incidents.
Falls through fragile roofs → 22%.
Unstable scaffolding/platforms → 18%.
. Asia-Pacific Region (Key Trends)
% of Accidents
•India:
•48% of construction deaths involve falls (Source: Ministry of Labour).
•Most accidents occur on small residential sites (due to lack of safety measures).
% of Accidents
48%
60%
•Singapore:
•60% of workplace fatalities in construction are from falls (Source: WSH Institute).
•Australia:
•Falls from heights = 26% of construction deaths (Source: Safe Work Australia).
26%
India
Singapore
Australia
Most Common Work-at-Height Accident Scenarios
Scenario
% of
Accidents
Example
Falls from ladders
28%
Worker slips due to
missing rung
Falls through
fragile roofs
22%
Worker steps on
unmarked skylight
Scaffold/platform
collapses
18%
Overloaded or poorly
assembled
Falls from roofs
15%
No guardrails/harness
used
Falling objects
10%
Hammer drops from
scaffolding
% of Accidents
% of Accidents
28%
22%
Falls from ladders
Falls through
fragile roofs
18%
Scaffold/platform
collapses
15%
Falls from roofs
10%
Falling objects
A Call to Action: Prioritizing Safety to Save Lives
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Shared Responsibility
Investing in Safety
Culture of Safety
Employers, workers, and agencies must collaborate to reduce accidents. Safety must be valued and prioritized above all else.
Thank You! 🙏
Content:
Thank you for your attention and participation!
Remember: Safety is everyone’s responsibility.
Stay safe, stay alert, and apply what we’ve learned today.
Contact Information
📧 Email: azhar.she9@gmail.com
📞 Phone: 7004657147
Closing Message:
Together, we can create a safer and healthier workplace! 🦺🚧