Protecting Workers and Profits: The Importance of PPE in the Hazardous Construction Industry
The construction sector plays a vital role in the economic development of countries, currently representing about 13% of global GDP. With 14.8 million people employed in the building and construction sector in Europe alone, it's important to note that this sector is also one of the most hazardous working environments worldwide. According to statistics, construction is responsible for at least 20-30% of all known serious occupational injuries in the EU and the US has the highest number of preventable fatal injuries in the construction industry.
To ensure the safety of professionals in this industry, it is crucial for workers to be equipped with the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). PPE can help to minimize the risk of injury and protect workers from hazards such as falls, electrical hazards, and hazards from equipment and machinery.
Investing in the right PPE is not only important to protect workers, but also to minimize the financial impact of injuries and accidents on companies. Accidents and injuries can lead to costly workers' compensation claims and lost productivity. In fact, The National Safety Council reports laceration injuries account for $10K in company expenses and severed tendons can exceed $70k. By implementing effective safety measures and providing appropriate PPE, companies can ensure the safety of their workers and protect their bottom line.
Common causes of injuries on construction sites include improper training, lack of established safety procedures, employees taking shortcuts, poor lighting, and failure to wear cut-resistant PPE. These injuries can range from deep scratches and cuts to amputations and can happen anywhere on the body when a worker is near sharp objects.
Accidents can and will happen and this is where our products come in. The high-performance fabrics used to construct our products offer leading industry protection wherever it is needed, specifically in the form of cut, tear, abrasion, and puncture resistance.
Protective wear made with Kozane® Extreme fabric offers the highest possible cut, tear, and puncture resistance, all while being comfortable for various applications.
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