Construction Safety Week & National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction Week promote a safer workplace for construction workers.

1. Building a Safer
Workplace:
Prioritizing
Construction
Safety and Fall
Protection

2. Leveraging Construction Safety Week to Enhance Safety at
the Construction Site
Construction Safety Week originated in 2014 when the Construction Industry Safety Initiative (CISI) group,
together with the Incident and Injury Free (IIF) CEO Forum, collaborated to encourage safety leadership in
the construction industry. Since then, Construction Safety Week has evolved into an annual campaign with
an expanding number of members and sponsors. Although the event lasts for a week, its impact on the
lives and livelihoods of workers is felt throughout the year.
Did You Know?
The first week of May is dedicated
to raising awareness for preventing
falls in the workplace and
emphasizing construction safety

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01 Provide Safety Training Aligned to OSHA Regulations
Employers must ensure all workers are properly trained on safety protocols and
procedures.
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to select the OSHA construction safety training courses for your employees.

4. 02 Emphasize the Importance of Communication
One way to foster a safe and secure workplace is to encourage open communication
between workers and management. This means creating opportunities for workers to
express their concerns and being open to their suggestions and ideas for improving
workplace safety measures, as well as listening to their feedback and acting accordingly.
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5. 03 Conduct Site Safety Inspections
One way to foster a safe and secure workplace is to encourage open communication
between workers and management. This means creating opportunities for workers to
express their concerns and being open to their suggestions and ideas for improving
workplace safety measures, as well as listening to their feedback and acting accordingly.
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6. Electrical Safety Training
04 Promote Proper Equipment Use
Encourage workers to use the right equipment for the job and ensure that equipment is
in good working condition. If working with electrical equipment, ensure workers are
trained to identify prevailing electrical hazards and how to prevent them.
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7. 05 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
It is essential to educate workers about the significance of proper usage of PPE such as
helmets, gloves, safety glasses, and fall protection gear. Furthermore, workers must have
the knowledge and know-how to inspect the condition of PPE to ensure that it is in good
working condition.
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8. 06 Foster a Culture of Safety
Construction Safety Week is a great opportunity to emphasize the importance of safety
in the workplace. So, prioritize safety as the primary focus for this week. Motivate and
encourage all workers to take accountability for their and their colleagues' safety.
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9. 07 Foster a Culture of Safety
Recognize workers who have made significant contributions to workplace safety. Plan a ceremony or
gathering to honor the organization’s safety milestones and achievements together with the hard work and
dedication of supervisors and employees who have contributed to them.
Promoting safety success on social media and employee newsletters is also a great idea. Use the hashtag
#ConstructionSafetyWeek for greater reach during this dedicated Construction Safety Week.
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10. 08 Collaborate with Others to Improve Workplace Safety Measures
To enhance the effectiveness of safety measures and learn from the experiences of others, employers can
collaborate and partner with different organizations and agencies to share ideas, best practices, goals, and
values.
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11. Fall Protection Safety at the Forefront
To commemorate this week in May, construction contractors and employers can increase
awareness and promote safety measures to prevent fall hazards. Here are some tips to
commemorate this event.

12. 01 Conduct Safety Training
Conduct safety training sessions on fall prevention measures and ensure that all employees are aware of the
hazards of falls and the safety protocols they must follow to ensure their personal safety and the safety of
their coworkers.
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Enroll employees in our OSHA Competent Person for Fall Protection Training Course without delay!
For workers who need training in Spanish, enroll them in our Spanish fall protection awareness training course
Capacitación en Protección contra Caídas de OSHA para la Construcción
For employees working on scaffolding, we have a dedicated OSHA Scaffolding Safety Training Course

13. 02 Organize a Stand-Down
Plan a stand-down event where all construction activities are paused, and workers gather to focus on fall
prevention measures. During the event, workers can review safety procedures, discuss any concerns or
incidents, and learn about new safety measures. For more details on conducting a stand-down event, click
here. Also, remember to share your events on your social media platforms using the hashtag -
#StandDown4Safety.
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14. 03 Spread Awareness of Fall Hazards
To raise awareness about the common fall hazards in construction and how to prevent them, effective
communication is an essential element of raising awareness among workers. Employers can use various
methods to disseminate information and educate construction workers, including putting up posters, sending
out flyers and emails, and using social media to promote the importance of fall prevention and safety
measures to be followed on construction sites. Social media platforms may also be used to recognize success
stories of how fall hazards were prevented.
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15. 04 Recognize Safety Champions
Recognize employees who have made significant contributions to promoting safety on construction sites.
This could be in the form of awards, certificates, or public recognition. Organize an event that can also be
combined as an employee motivation and engagement opportunity to spread the word on fall protection and
how worker contribution plays a significant role in preventing fall hazards.
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16. 05 Collaborate with Others
Partner with other organizations, agencies, and stakeholders to promote fall prevention measures and raise
awareness about the hazards of falls in the construction industry. This could include local safety
organizations, trade associations, and government agencies.
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