Sunday, September 7, 2025 Falls from Height Report Released Ontario Construction Construction The Construction Death Review – Annual Report of Fatalities: Falls from Height (2025) has been released. CLAC participated as a stakeholder in shaping this new review process. Unlike previous reports based on individual inquests, this is the first of its kind, an annual, system-wide review of multiple fatalities that aims to identify broader patterns and practical recommendations. The report examines 26 worker deaths from 2017 to 2023 and includes 7 recommendations. These are not regulatory changes, but they may influence future policy and practice. 5 Key Highlights from the Report Most deaths involved men over 50 Most deaths occurred later in the work week. Many fatal falls were from heights under 10 feet. Contributing factors included lack of supervision, noncompliance, and inadequate training. The report’s recommendations call for improved supervisor training, better public awareness, and use of real-life case studies in training. If you would like to read the full report, it can be found on the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association (IHSA) website. You might be interested in Skill and Care on the Milk Route 17 Sep 2026 Building Skills, Growing Careers 15 Sep 2026 CLAC's Statement on Canada's Energy Future 14 Sep 2026 Seeing Clearly 13 Sep 2026