Working at height, as defined by Health and Safety Executive (HSE), is “work in any place where, if there were no precautions in place, a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury”.

Falls from height are the most common cause of fatalities and serious injuries in the workplace, so if you and/or your employees are working at height, you have to be mindful of the potential risks.

Today, we’re going to look at some of the most common working from height hazards and what you can do to mitigate them, reducing the likelihood of a dangerous fall.

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Working at height can be dangerous if you don't have the right safety equipment. Tool lanyards are a must for anyone who uses tools while working at height – even the smallest tools can cause severe injuries if dropped on someone from a great height, so it is essential that every tool is securely tethered to your person.

This blog will explore everything you need to know about tool lanyards including how to choose the right one for your job, how to use it safely and other general tips to keep in mind when using a tool lanyard at height.

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