Construction Safety Webinar -WAH

Construction Safety Webinar “Work-at-height” (Technology and Innovation)

Enhancing Safety and Mitigating Risks in Construction Work-at-Height through Technology and Innovation 

Webinar Overview

Working at height is a common activity in the construction industry, but it also comes with inherent risks. Falls from height are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities. At SCAL Academy, we understand the importance of safety in the construction industry, and that's why we're organizing a seminar on "Construction Safety Seminar: Work-at-Height" (Technology and Innovation).

This seminar will focus on the use of innovation and technology to improve safety at work at height. We will cover various topics related to work at height safety, including common risks, heat risk mitigation to prevent accidents, current technology used to improve safety at working from heights and current work at height safety regulations. 

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is designed for anyone involved in the construction or high-risk industries.

• WSH Professionals

• RM Professionals

• Site Supervisors

• Project Managers

• Contractors

• Engineers and Architects

• CEOs and Top Management

Whether you are looking to enhance your knowledge and skills in work at height safety or stay up to date with the latest trends and technologies, this webinar is the perfect platform for you. 

Why Attend?

The Construction Safety Webinar "Work-at-height" (Technology and Innovation) is a must-attend event for anyone involved in construction or maintenance work, particularly those who are involved in work at height. This webinar offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts and gain valuable insights into the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in work at height safety. 

What Will You Learn?

During the seminar, attendees will learn about various topics related to mitigating work at height risks, including accident case studies, common contraventions, risk management, ladder safety, safe work practices, and technology applications. Attendees will also gain insights into innovative solutions for mitigating heat stress in the construction industry, particularly for workers operating at heights.

Webinar Topics

Accident case studies and Common Contraventions in relation to Working at Heights

by Mr Leo Deng Lip, Team Lead, Ops (Con), OSH Inspectorate Department Ops (Construction) & Surveillance, Ministry of Manpower

This presentation will provide attendees with valuable insights into the common hazards and risks associated with working at heights that are still commonly observed at construction worksites. Mr. Deng will share accident case studies to illustrate the real-life consequences of failing to implement safety measures when working at height. He will also highlight the common contraventions related to working at heights that are often observed on construction sites. 

Manage Risk at Worksite

Gold Winner of the SCAL Workplace Safety & Health for SLOTS Award 2022 by Mr Rafiqul Islam, Corporate EHS Manager, Chian Teck Realty Pte Ltd

In this presentation, Mr. Rafiqul Islam, Corporate EHS Manager at Chian Teck Realty Pte Ltd, will share valuable insights on managing risks at worksites, with a particular focus on high-risk activities such as working at height, lifting operations, and the use of MEWPs. Attendees will learn about Chian Teck Realty's best practices in promoting WSH awareness and leveraging technology and resources to maintain a safe, healthy, and conducive work environment. These practices have earned the company the Gold Award for the SCAL Workplace Safety & Health Award for SLOTS Registered Contractors in 2022. 

Salient point of SSEN131 (Advises on the safe use of ladders)

by Mr Rong Jing Xiang, Member, SCAL WSH Subcommittee and WAH Task force

In this presentation, Mr. Rong Jing Xiang, Member of the SCAL WSH Subcommittee and WAH Task force, will discuss the salient points of SSEN131, which provides guidance on the safe use of ladders. Attendees will learn about the key considerations when selecting and using ladders, as well as the common hazards and risks associated with ladder use. The presentation will also cover the legal requirements for ladder safety and best practices for ensuring ladder safety on construction sites. 

Sharing of Work Practices for Work at Heights

by Mr Crawford Ang, Director, WSHE, Woh Hup (Private) Limited

In this presentation, Mr. Crawford Ang, Director of WSHE at Woh Hup (Private) Limited, will share some considerations and work practices for safe work at heights. Work at heights is a high-risk activity that often results in serious injuries, but implementing safe measures doesn't have to be difficult. Attendees can expect to learn practical tips and safe principles that can be adopted to help make working at heights safer. 

Technology to enhance safety (Artificial Intelligence for WAH Safety)

by Invigilo and Mr Goh Chye Guan

This presentation will focus on how artificial intelligence can be used to enhance safety measures in the context of working at heights. Attendees will gain insights into how AI can be applied to safety monitoring and risk assessment, as well as the benefits and limitations of using AI in safety management. The presentation will highlight real-world examples of AI applications in work at height safety, providing attendees with practical knowledge on how to leverage technology to improve safety outcomes in their own workplaces. 

Workers’ health, safety and productivity in a warming world

by Prof Jason, NUS

As global temperatures continue to rise, climate change will create serious health risks and undermine labour productivity in many vocations, creating new challenges in this area. In this presentation Prof Jason will share about Project HeatSafe. Project HeatSafe is a collaborative research project based in the National University of Singapore. This project combines the expertise of researchers from a range of different disciplines to investigate the impacts of rising heat levels on the health and productivity of people in Southeast Asia. 

Trial results for heat stress mitigation in Construction using ice slurry

by Mr Alvin Tan, Senior Manager (WSH Technology), WSH Institute (WSHI)

In this presentation attendees will learn about the results of a recent field trial conducted at a construction site in Singapore to measure the effectiveness of ingesting ice slurry for heat stress mitigation. The ingestion of ice slurry has been shown to mitigate heat injuries and improve heat tolerance by lowering body core temperature, and it is recommended under the WSH Guidelines as a measure to induce greater internal cooling for workers on hot days. This presentation will also assess the receptiveness of workers to drinking ice slurry. Additionally, by mitigating heat stress on construction sites, the use of ice slurry can also improve work at height safety by reducing the risk of heat-related accidents and injuries. 

Course Fees (Incl GST)

SCAL members: $75.60

Non-members: $108.00 

Speaker Profiles

Leo Deng Lip, Team Lead, Ops (Con), OSH Inspectorate Department, Ops (Construction) & Surveillance, Ministry of Manpower

Deng Lip is currently with the Construction Operation of the OSH Inspectorate Department, MOM. He has over 19 years of experience with the Ministry, focuses mainly on the construction sector, with works including inspection of construction worksites, investigations into accidents and dangerous occurrences, assessment of management systems and auditing. 

Alvin Tan, Senior Manager (WSH Technology), WSH Institute (WSHI)

Alvin is Senior Manager (WSH Technology) at the WSH Institute (WSHI), a department in the Occupational Safety and Health Division (OSHD), Ministry of Manpower (MOM). He has over 10 years of experience, spanning commercial ship repair and retrofitting, and implementation of work pass policies.

In WSHI, he is driving identification and adoption of WSH technology solutions in Construction and Facilities Management. In the past years, he has worked with government agencies, industry associations, Institutes of Higher Learning and technology vendors to identify, develop and testbed WSH technologies at different levels of technology readiness. He has also been working closely with partner agencies to include WSH technologies in the Industry Digital Plans as well as raise awareness of practical WSH tech solutions for the industry. 

Rafiqul Islam, Corporate EHS Manager, Chian Teck Realty Pte Ltd

Mr Rafiqul Islam, the Corporate EHS Manager at Chian Teck Realty Pte Ltd, is responsible for developing and implementing policies, programs, and management systems to achieve their corporate goals. He is a self-motivated individual and a person who leads by example. In his more than 20 years of EHS journey in the local construction industry, he takes every opportunity to advocate and champion Workplace Safety by engaging his colleagues/team members to participate in relevant awards held by various Authorities. He strongly believes that workplace accidents can be avoided through education, motivation, and teamwork. 

Crawford Ang, Director, WSHE, Woh Hup (Private) Limited

Crawford has over 25 years’ experience in as a WSH personnel in the construction industry. Was involved in construction of numerous type of development ranging from residential, commercial, civil and infrastructure to industrial buildings like manufacturing, pharmaceutical and chemical plants. Over the years, Crawford has developed a passion to train and impart WSH skills to fellow WSH personnel to enhance this professional as well as hoping that this profession will have more value add to the industry. 

Prof Jason Lee, Associate Professor, National University of Singapore

Jason Lee is currently an Associate Professor in Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore, co-leading the Human Potential Translational Research Programme and directing the Heat Resilience and Performance Centre. He is a member of the WHO and WMO Report on Climate Change on Workers’ Health and Productivity. Jason chairs the Scientific Committee on Thermal Factors at the International Commission on Occupational Health and is on the management committee at the Global Heat Health Information Network.

Course Duration

0.5 Day Course

• Training Hours – 4.0 hours

• Assessment Hours – 0 hours

Medium Of Instruction

• English

Funding Information

This webinar is not eligible for funding.

 

Accreditations

SDU: 4 Points

 

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Construction Safety Webinar: “Work-at-height” (Technology and Innovation)

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