How Dapcor Manages Safety on Live Sites: Protecting Residents, Workers, and Assets

In remedial construction, safety is non-negotiable. Live sites, where workers are near residents, tenants, and the public, need careful planning. They also require ongoing communication and certified systems to manage risks at every stage.

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Recent industry data confirms why:

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> Construction makes up 23% of all workplace deaths in Australia. In 2023, there were 45 deaths, which is

a 36% rise from the five-year average.

> Falls from heights remain the leading cause of death, with a 71% year-on-year increase reported in 2023.

> Serious injury rates in construction sit at 16.9 per 1,000 workers, among the highest across all sectors.

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Dapcor’s Proactive Safety Model

Dapcor has delivered thousands of projects in live environments. We understand the risks and handle them with a safety-first delivery model. This model is based on experience, structure, and certified systems.

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1. Site-Specific Risk Planning

Every project starts with a tailored Site-Specific Risk Assessment (SSRA), outlining:

Safe access for workers and residents

Material movement routes

Hoarding and exclusion zones

Emergency procedures and noise/staging plans

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2. ISO-Certified WHS Systems

Dapcor’s WHS procedures follow ISO 45001 standards. They are part of our daily operations through platforms like Procore. This ensures traceability, compliance, and accountability.

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3. Physical Safety Controls

We implement robust onsite protection systems including:

Scaffold edge protection

Public signage and hoardings

Fall arrest systems

Dust suppression and noise control

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4. Communication with Occupants

Clear and regular updates, site notices, and easy contact points help residents understand the project timeline. This also makes them feel supported during the process.

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The Broader Impact of Safe Delivery

Investing in safety isn’t just good practice — it’s good business. According to Safe Work Australia, eliminating workplace injuries could inject over $28.6 billion into the Australian economy each year.
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Built on Experience. Driven by Safety.

Working in live environments demands more than compliance, it demands structure, foresight, and experience. At Dapcor, we’ve built our WHS systems and project methodology around those expectations.

We don’t just work safely — we build with safety in mind from day one.

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