According to Big Rentz: Nearly 20% of worker deaths occur in the construction industry even though construction comprises only 6% of the work force. More than 1,000 workers died on the job in 2020. Falls account for more than 33% of worker deaths at construction sites. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 174,000 construction workers were injured in 2020. “OSHA estimates that construction companies save $4 to $6 for every $1 invested in safety programs.” More than 60% of construction accidents involved workers in their first-year of working – indicating that safety training is essential.