Safe Working at Heights in Construction was Addressed

A “Safe Working at Heights in Construction” event was organized by the Occupational Health and Safety Program within Üsküdar University Vocational School of Health Services.The event focused on the importance of safety when working at heights, emphasizing the need for both technical and practical knowledge. In addition to these skills, the significance of communication abilities was also highlighted.

The event took place at the Yuşa Amphitheater, Üsküdar University Çarşı Campus.

Guest speakers at the event included Emre Şengün, Class B Occupational Safety Specialist from CCIS Türkiye, and Oğuzhan Çakır, Class B Occupational Safety Specialist from Alımak Group.

The moderation of the event was led by Asst. Prof.Gamze Kağan, Head of the Occupational Health and Safety Program at Üsküdar University Vocational School of Health Services.

Oğuzhan Çakır: “Working at Heights Requires Both Technical Knowledge and Practical Training”

Occupational Safety Specialist Oğuzhan Çakır highlighted the importance of safety when working at heights. Çakır stated that “Universities should establish a separate associate degree program for working at heights because this field requires both technical knowledge and practical training.”

Çakır mentioned that this issue is not taken seriously enough in society and stated that “For people picking hazelnuts in the Black Sea region, three meters is not considered high; however, this mindset is very dangerous. Every height requires attention and precautions.”

Çakır provided students with detailed information about the risks of working at heights and the precautions that should be taken and emphasized the need to raise awareness on this topic.

Emre Şengün: “Strong Communication Skills Are Just as Important as Technical Knowledge”

Occupational Safety Specialist Emre Şengün emphasized the importance of safety when working at heights. He noted that this issue should be addressed academically and given more space in training programs.

 Emphasizing that persuading others, engaging in dialogue, and establishing effective communication are vital in this profession, Şengün stated that “In occupational safety expertise, strong communication skills are just as important as technical knowledge.” Şengün also added that “Convincing people to adopt and implement the correct safety measures is not just about setting rules, but explaining why they should follow them.”

Şengün also pointed out that occupational safety specialists are not only technical experts but also guides and communication bridges.

The event concluded after certificates of appreciation were presented to the participants.

Üsküdar News Agency (ÜHA)