The iconic 1932 photograph, “Lunch atop a Skyscraper,” might romanticise the daring feats of workers at height, but the risks remain very real. In 2023/24, 36% of the UK’s 138 worker fatalities resulted from falls from height, with half occurring in the construction industry.
Falls from height are the leading cause of fatal injuries in the workplace and can also result in injuries with life-altering consequences. Construction remains a high-risk sector, and robust on-site safety measures and strict adherence to regulations are essential to prevent further tragedy.
Fortunately, modern technology is transforming how we approach construction safety, offering solutions that were unimaginable two decades ago. Join us as we explore five groundbreaking innovations revolutionising safety for workers at height.
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