“Tie one on” campaign launched
The Workers’ Compensation Board of Manitoba is encouraging workers to use fall protection throughout prime roofing season.
More than two people in the province die from a fall from heights every year, according to the WCB. This summer, inspectors will be paying particular attention to serious hazards such as falls.
"Safety of roofers and all workers is always a high priority," said Jennifer Howard, minister of labour and immigration. "To support safe workplaces we have added 20 inspectors, which has allowed us to more than double the number of inspections since 2000.”
The province is also encouraging members of the public to report improper techniques to the Workplace Safety and Health Division this summer.
Visit www.safemanitoba.com for more information on the campaign.
