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Inspections Planned to Prevent Falls from Height Accidents in Coming Months

Published February 20, 2026, 11:35
Inspections Planned to Prevent Falls from Height Accidents in Coming Months

The Labour Inspection Department is planning intensive inspections of construction sites in the coming months, with the aim of preventing accidents caused by falls from height. This decision comes after a series of recent serious work accidents, two of which were fatal. According to department figures, in 2023 work accidents in the construction sector accounted for 18% of the total, while trade unions point out that this sector has the highest number of fatal accidents. The Labour Inspection Department conducts around 5,000 inspections annually, but acknowledges that the ultimate responsibility for safety in the workplace lies with employers. At the same time, the need to strengthen the Department is recognised to increase the effectiveness of inspections.