Make Safety Rewarding.

Scratchie - an app that rewards safety

Most safety processes in construction and mining are about punishments. Scratchie is about rewards.

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A safer, happier project. Really.

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Sweet nothing

Nothing needs to come out of the project budget to run the Scratchie system.
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Subcontractor magnet

Subbies will want to work on the sites where Scratchie is operating.
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Free app

Apple iOS and Android versions of the app can be downloaded free and used by all.
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Cleaner, safer site

Rewards for positive behaviour work wherever there are humans around.
More than just warm & fuzzy

Here are some metrics we're proud of:

28%

Improvement

in safety attitudes
2

Hours / Week

Time saved per week per supervisor
96

% of workers

Prefer working on Scratchie sites.
A happy site is a productive site

We said safe,
not skinny.

A smoothly-run project is easy to spot. The schedule is working, the banter is alive, things are tidy and the workers are productive. Safety is easier when workers are engaged. Scratchie contributes to creating those conditions on your site.
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Hutchinson Builders

Commercial Precinct gets huge safety boost

Large privately-held construction company J.Hutchinson piloted Scratchie on one of their data centre projects, and consequently safety, lead indicator data and morale shot up. Oh and the supervisors can't get enough of it.
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“Anything that improves safety, positively, we like.”

A leader in safety in the construction industry, Sydney-based Richard Crookes Constructions have used Scratchie on several of their projects, showing an improvement in safety attitudes of over 25%, and reducing the time required by their supervisors to chase up safety maintenance items (because they're already done – that's the power of positive incentives).

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$30

Average reward

On-the-spot rewards make for a workforce that asks what you want.

Let the rewards do the talking.

You can have all the positive posters you like. When workers get immediate rewards, that's when behaviour really changes.

Common Questions

How does Scratchie boost safety?

Scratchie promotes safety by rewarding safe behaviors, increasing worker engagement, and creating a positive safety culture. This leads to safer, more efficient workplaces.

Can Scratchie integrate with existing systems?

Absolutely! Scratchie is designed to complement your current safety systems, acting as a lubricant to improve their overall effectiveness. It bridges the gap between compliance and genuine safety engagement among workers.

Is Scratchie suitable for all projects?

Yes, Scratchie is adaptable to a wide range of project sizes and types, from smaller-scale projects to billion-dollar metro developments. Any project seeking to improve safety attitudes and create a positive safety culture can benefit from Scratchie.

What's the ROI for Scratchie?

Scratchie delivers tangible returns through improved safety attitudes, cleaner and safer sites, increased productivity, and time saved for supervisors. The positive impact on overall site performance makes Scratchie a valuable investment for construction and mining projects.
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$30
Average reward
On-the-spot rewards make for a workforce that asks what you want.

Let the rewards do the talking.

You can have all the positive posters you like. When workers get immediate rewards, that's when behaviour really changes.

Current Workplace Challenges

Property management suffers from 33% annual turnover, reaching 40% in multifamily properties. AppFolio Staff handle multiple roles due to understaffing while 62% cite operational efficiency as their top challenge. Second NatureAppFolio The 24/7 operations create high-stress tenant relations and maintenance demands that drive workforce instability. Zego

Employee Recognition and Engagement Needs

Direct correlation exists between staff and resident retention, making recognition critical. Zego Workers need immediate acknowledgment for problem-solving, tenant service excellence, and complex maintenance solutions. After-hours emergency response and cross-training achievements require recognition despite employee satisfaction ranking lowest in company priorities.

Safety Concerns

Maintenance staff face equipment and property-related risks while working alone creates security concerns. High-stress environments with demanding tenants drive burnout. Safety protocol adherence and incident prevention recognition, combined with work-life balance support, prove crucial for retention.

Instant Recognition Benefits

Real-time recognition for problem resolution and tenant satisfaction drives performance. Gamified maintenance completion tracking and customer service leaderboards create healthy competition. Mobile-accessible platforms enable 24/7 acknowledgment while achievement badges recognize safety compliance and professional development.

Industry Size and Workforce

  • Multi-billion dollar industry
  • 20,000+ IREM members globally
  • Growing rental market demand
  • Mix of large companies and local operators
  • Diverse roles from leasing to maintenance

Unique Operational Challenges

Recognition must tie to tenant satisfaction metrics and accommodate 24/7 emergency response needs. Multi-property coordination and maintenance system integration requirements shape solutions. Clear ROI demonstration connecting recognition to property performance metrics proves essential for adoption.

AU Context

The property management sector oversees an $8.1 billion market while coordinating complex safety requirements across multiple sites with 60-70% contractor workforces. Safety challenges span working at heights for building maintenance, electrical hazards in aging infrastructure, and managing public liability risks in high-traffic areas. The industry must coordinate numerous specialist trades while ensuring consistent safety standards across geographically distributed properties, complicated by emergency response requirements and varying building-specific hazards like asbestos in pre-1990 constructions. With smart building integration driving an $3.38 billion market growing at 8.1% annually, property managers must balance traditional safety management with new technological requirements. Scratchie's platform excels in property management by standardising safety recognition across diverse contractor networks and multiple properties. The system rewards contractors who complete site-specific inductions, maintain current trade certifications, and respond effectively to emergency calls. By creating visibility of safety achievements across the entire property portfolio, managers can demonstrate safety performance to owners while motivating distributed teams. The platform's ability to instantly recognise proper key security protocols, successful emergency responses, and proactive hazard identification addresses the sector's core coordination challenges. Real-time recognition for contractors who excel at tenant interaction while maintaining safety standards helps property managers build reliable contractor networks. This systematic positive reinforcement approach transforms property management from reactive problem-solving to proactive safety culture building, attracting quality contractors while reducing incidents across the portfolio.

AU Context Safety

The property management sector faces 33% annual turnover, reaching 40% in multifamily properties, with staff handling multiple roles due to understaffing while 62% cite operational efficiency as their top challenge. Safety concerns include maintenance equipment risks, working alone security issues, and high-stress tenant relations driving burnout. The 24/7 operations create demanding emergency response requirements while direct correlation exists between staff and resident retention. Workers need recognition for problem-solving, tenant service excellence, and complex maintenance solutions, yet employee satisfaction ranks lowest in company priorities. Scratchie's mobile platform enables real-time recognition for problem resolution and emergency response excellence across multiple properties and shifts. Maintenance staff receive instant acknowledgment for safety compliance, preventive maintenance, and handling after-hours emergencies professionally. The system's integration with property management software tracks tenant satisfaction metrics, creating leaderboards for customer service and maintenance completion rates. Through gamified tracking of work orders, safety protocol badges, and team challenges for property performance, Scratchie directly impacts the staff-resident retention correlation by ensuring workers feel valued for keeping properties running smoothly 24/7.

Scratchie Rewards

Instant recognition that actually works

The Need: Your team does great work every day, but most of it goes unnoticed. Traditional recognition programs are slow, complicated, or forgotten entirely.

The Solution: Scratchie Rewards lets supervisors recognise good work instantly with digital scratch cards. Spot something positive, scan a QR code, and your team member gets an instant reward on their phone. It takes 30 seconds and creates a moment of genuine appreciation.

The Outcome: Teams that feel valued work harder, stay longer, and care more about quality. It's that simple.

Convo Card

Instant recognition that actually works

The Need: Your frontline workers see problems and opportunities every day, but most never speak up. Traditional reporting is a hassle, and nobody wants to be seen as a complainer.

The Solution: Convo Cards make it easy and rewarding to share observations. Workers can quickly report hazards, suggest improvements, or start important conversations—right from their phone. Add photos, voice notes, or just a quick message. Every contribution earns recognition.

The Outcome: Problems get fixed before they become incidents. Ideas flow from the people who know the work best. Your workplace gets safer and smarter, one conversation at a time.

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