Data snapshot - Falls from heights

WorkSafe ACT data shows that falls from heights continue to be a cause of serious injuries across ACT workplaces. There were 173 accepted claims between 2023-24 and 2024-25, accounting for approximately 3% of all accepted workers' compensation claims within this period. Despite representing a relatively small proportion of claims, falls from height can have devastating consequences and are the second most common cause of workplace fatalities in Australia.

The data shows that within the ACT the construction industry recorded the highest proportion of falls from height claims, accounting for 36% of all accepted claims. Labourers (36%) and construction trades workers (17%) were the most represented occupations. Men accounted for 73% of accepted claims, with workers aged 25-34 recording the highest proportion of injuries.

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