Drywall delivery is one of the most physically demanding and high-risk jobs on a construction site. Whether it’s tight timelines, unstable terrain, or navigating around active work zones, the job comes with serious safety challenges. At Combat Construction Safety Products, we believe safety isn’t just a checklist—it’s a long-term investment.
Let’s break down the real costs of unsafe job sites for drywall delivery crews and why prioritizing safety is critical for your people, your profits, and your reputation.
1. Financial Impact: Accidents Are Expensive
Workplace injuries aren’t just painful—they’re pricey. A single injury can result in:
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Medical bills
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Lost wages
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Workers’ compensation claims
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Increased insurance premiums
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Fines from OSHA or local regulators
For drywall delivery, common injuries like strains, falls, or crushed limbs can sideline a worker for weeks. According to OSHA, the average direct cost of a workplace injury is over $40,000—and that doesn't even include indirect costs like training replacement staff or project delays. Combat Mat and Hallway Hero reinforce weak floors where injuries like these typically happen from tipping carts.
2. Downtime and Delays
Unsafe sites don’t just hurt people—they hurt productivity. Every injury causes a ripple effect:
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Deliveries are delayed
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Job sites get shut down for investigation
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Morale and motivation take a hit
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Clients start asking questions
Drywall delivery relies on rhythm and timing. When one link in the chain breaks, the whole project can stall. That downtime? It can cost thousands in lost revenue and throw your project timeline off course. Combat Mat can save 30 to 60 minutes of stocking time on jobs with weak floors, increasing productivity.
3. Long-Term Business Damage
Reputation matters in construction. If your team gains a reputation for unsafe practices, it can:
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Turn off general contractors and developers
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Result in lost bids or disqualification from projects
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Erode trust with current clients
Investing in safety shows that your company values professionalism and people—which makes you a more appealing partner in a competitive market.
4. Human Cost: The Most Important One
Behind every stat is a person. One wrong move on an unstable surface or poorly planned delivery path can mean life-changing injury—or worse. Your crew’s safety matters—every worker should finish the day and make it home without injury.
At Combat, we design products like the Combat Mat and Hallway Hero with this in mind. It’s not just about compliance—it’s about creating environments that support safe, confident, efficient work.
How Combat Construction Safety Products Help
We’re on a mission to make drywall delivery safer, one innovation at a time. Our products are designed to reduce slip and trip hazards, create stable walking and unloading surfaces, and minimize injury risk during heavy material movement.
When you outfit your job sites with Combat products, you’re not just buying a product—you’re investing in your crew’s safety, your company’s reputation, and your project's bottom line.