According to Electrical Contractor Magazine, falls are a leading cause of injuries in the HVAC industry,.
Take a look at the statistics: 43% of ladder accidents involve falls from height. 25% of injuries are caused by ladders slipping or tipping. 20% of injuries involve electrical shocks when working near power lines. 15% of injuries are linked to improper footwear.
The level of dedication to HVAC was quite impressive as most participants had perfect attendance and was always into the process. With confidence, each possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required… no doubt success will follow each along their personal and professional path.
Tonight we celebrate!
Today we practice 3-point contact (always maintaining three points of contact, such as two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand on the ladder. We also reviewed the 4-to-1 rule as well as how to carry items while on the ladder.
Heard it say journeys all begin with one step… and then another… and so the steps go on and on. When it comes to entering one of the most in-demand careers, HVAC, for many, the first step begins at HVAC Technical Academy… when researching why, it’s pretty clear.
Photos displayed are all action from today… so you get an inside depiction of what HVACTA does and expects. So far, only a couple minor cuts (but those are to be expected) while ALL are well on their way to a new career.
Working diligently on getting their new system up and running, all remain committed to supplying comfort for our Mrs. Smith. Time to check in on their progress…