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

Utilities face dual crises with 70% of infrastructure over 25 years old SEPA while 50% of workers approach retirement. Utility DiveLibrestream Knowledge transfer challenges combine with billions in modernization needs. Climate adaptation, grid resilience, renewable integration, and cybersecurity requirements pressure existing workforce capabilities.

Employee Recognition and Engagement Needs

Public service mission recognition motivates workers maintaining critical infrastructure. Technical expertise acknowledgment for system reliability and emergency response excellence proves essential. Environmental stewardship achievements align with modernization goals while supporting workforce adaptation to smart grid technologies.

Safety Concerns

With 1.8 incidents per 100 workers, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics utilities face electrical hazards, falls, equipment accidents, and confined space risks. Public safety responsibilities add pressure while 24/7 reliability requirements create stress. Recognition programs supporting safety culture prove critical for risk reduction.

Instant Recognition Benefits

Preventive maintenance recognition and safety protocol compliance acknowledgment reduce incidents. Emergency response excellence and public safety achievements build pride. Environmental compliance recognition supports regulatory requirements while modernization milestone celebrations engage workers in transformation.

Industry Size and Workforce

  • Varies by utility type (electric, gas, water)
  • 49% turnover in broader category
  • Aging workforce demographics
  • High unionization rates
  • Highly skilled, specialized workers

Unique Operational Challenges

Critical infrastructure requires 24/7 reliability with recognition systems matching operational demands. Geographic service territories need distributed solutions while emergency response capabilities prove essential. Regulatory compliance and smart grid integration shape technology requirements for modern recognition platforms.

AU Context

The utilities sector employs 180,000 Australians maintaining critical infrastructure, yet 87% of worksites operate within negative safety cultures, highlighting a fundamental workplace challenge. Workers face severe hazards including high-voltage electrical systems, confined spaces in water treatment facilities, and working at heights on transmission infrastructure, while managing 24/7 operational demands that affect work-life balance. The aging utility infrastructure requires specialised maintenance skills, yet the sector struggles with succession planning as experienced workers retire. With median earnings of $1,947 weekly—above the national average—the industry should attract talent, but public scrutiny during outages and the pressure of maintaining essential services create stressful working conditions that impact retention. Scratchie's recognition platform transforms utilities' negative safety culture through systematic positive reinforcement of critical safety behaviours. Workers receive instant acknowledgment for proper lockout/tagout procedures, successful emergency response during storm outages, and proactive infrastructure maintenance that prevents public safety incidents. The platform's ability to recognise both technical excellence and community service addresses utilities workers' need for purpose and appreciation in their essential role. By gamifying safety achievements across distributed teams—from field technicians to control room operators—Scratchie creates friendly competition that improves safety metrics while building pride in public service. This approach is particularly effective in attracting younger workers to replace retiring specialists, as digital recognition systems resonate with their expectations while maintaining the high safety standards essential for critical infrastructure operations.

AU Context Safety

The utilities sector faces dual crises with 70% of infrastructure over 25 years old while 50% of workers approach retirement, creating critical knowledge transfer challenges. Workers experience 1.8 incidents per 100 from electrical hazards, falls, equipment accidents, and confined space risks while maintaining 24/7 reliability for critical infrastructure. The highly skilled, specialized workforce operates across geographic service territories with high unionization rates. Climate adaptation, grid resilience, renewable integration, and cybersecurity requirements pressure existing capabilities while billions in modernization needs compete with workforce development. Scratchie's platform recognizes public service excellence and technical expertise for maintaining critical infrastructure during emergencies and routine operations. Workers receive instant acknowledgment for preventive maintenance, safety protocol compliance, and environmental stewardship achievements aligned with modernization goals. The system's 24/7 reliability matches operational demands while supporting distributed teams across service territories. Through emergency response recognition, smart grid adaptation rewards, and team challenges for system reliability, Scratchie helps retain institutional knowledge during the workforce transition while engaging workers in the transformation to sustainable, resilient infrastructure.

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.

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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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