WorkSafe Site Visits: Falling Objects

During May, WorkSafe Victoria inspectors will visit construction sites with a focus on falling or dropped object hazards—still a leading cause of injury in construction.

Key risks:

• Poor containment (gaps in screens, netting, or lacking toeboards)

• Incorrectly suspended loads on plant

• Unsecured or poorly stored materials

• Wind and weather impacts

Expected controls:

• Enclose high-risk work areas

• Cover penetrations

• Provide overhead protection

• Use safe scaffolds, EWPs, and similar plant correctly.

See WorkSafe’s Falling Objects Page for more detail