What is WSH Case Studies
WSH Case Studies is a free resources for various groups from management and safety professionals to supervisors and workers for improving WSH practices .WSH Case Studies is about sharing the lessons learnt from past workplace related accidents to help the industry learn from past accidents
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) works closely with the Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Council to share lessons learnt from past accidents with industry and safety professionals in various ways. One channel is the WSH Bulletin, a free electronic newsletter distributed about thrice weekly, which provides information on best practices and case studies of workplace accidents. Members of the public can subscribe to the WSH Bulletin at www.wshc.sg. Findings from investigations and enforcement operations are also shared at industry conferences and seminars.
Case Studies of Accidents Involving Working at Heights
Falls from Heights (FFH) continues to be the top contributor of all workplace fatal injuries every year. It is also one of the top contributors for workplace major injuries, accounting for about 14% of all incident types between 2012 and 2015.
There is a need to address the high incidence of FFH through study of past incidents and learnt from past accidents to prevent re-occurrence.
Case Studies of Accidents Involving Working at Heights is the result of collective efforts of Ministry of Manpower and National WAH Safety Taskforce. Past concluded fatal accidents were compiled and categorised according to incident types for ease of reference. Through root cause analysis of these accidents, causes were examined and key learning points shared. The lessons and recommendations within will help you in implementing appropriate WSH measures at your workplaces to prevent work at heights injuries
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