What it contains

Falling objects can cause serious injuries or death for construction workers and people near building sites. This document explains:

• the Occupational Health and Safety duties of workplaces and employees to  provide and maintain a safe work environment
• how to identify hazards and control risks
• how to work with builders and designers to plan for safety before construction begins

At the end of the document, you’ll find a sample table of control measures to reduce or eliminate this risk.