The Canadian construction sector is a powerhouse—employing 1.6 million people and contributing 7.5% to national GDP. But behind the economic strength lies a sobering reality:

🚨 Construction accounts for 1 in 5 workplace fatalities.
Workers are 5 times more likely to be injured than in other industries. In 2022 alone, fatal work injuries jumped 52% from the previous year.

Why?

• Falls remain the leading cause of injuries and deaths.
  
  

• Occupational diseases, such as those from asbestos exposure, are still a major threat.
  
  

• Many firms invest more in injury-related costs than in proactive safety training.
  
  

What’s being done?

🛠️ Organizations like the Canadian Construction Association, IHSA, and the Construction Safety Association of Ontario are pushing for stronger safety programs, better regulations, and tech-driven solutions.

But challenges persist:

• Labor shortages and rising material costs strain resources.
  
  

• There's a pressing need for more skilled tradespeople.
  
  

• Safety can’t take a back seat to budgets and timelines.
  
  

At Synergic Software, we believe that digital solutions can help bridge the gap—making compliance, training, and safety management easier and more effective.

Let’s stop spending more on injuries than on prevention.
Let’s build a safer future together. 🛡️