SafeWork targets falls from heights: is your site ready?
SafeWork NSW is prioritizing the reduction of deaths and injuries caused by falls from heights on work sites. Businesses need to ensure their sites comply with fall prevention regulations.
Is my construction site compliant with SafeWork NSW fall prevention requirements?
Affects builders, roofers, painters, and scaffolders who work at height daily. Sites must review fall protection measures to avoid penalties and keep workers safe.
Key takeaways
- SafeWork NSW has made falls from heights a key safety priority for enforcement
- Construction sites must review and improve fall protection systems
- Non-compliance could result in penalties and site inspections
- Builders and contractors working at height face increased scrutiny
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