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Approximately 1 out of every 6 lost-time workplace injuries in Canada are the result of a fall from heights as per Workplace Safety and Insurance Board statistics. Lost time due to a fall-related injury is particularly an issue for the construction industry, which lost the most time due to falls and 26% of the yearly totals in Ontario. To help prevent future injuries due to falls, Ontario’s Chief Prevention Officer requires all workers in the construction industry who may be exposed to a fall hazard to undergo mandatory Working at Heights training at least once every 3 years.
