working at height meaning

What Does Working at Height Mean?

Working at height refers to work where, without precautions, a person could fall from one level to another resulting in an injury.

Falls from height are among the leading causes of injury and fatalities at work, but these falls aren't always from the heights of towering skyscrapers like you may expect - in fact, it is those who work on ladders and fragile surfaces that are most at risk. 

Working at height refers to any work on a raised level where harm could occur from a fall, so whether they're scaling the side of a building one hundred feet up or they're only a few inches off the ground, precautions must be taken to protect the worker from a fall from height.

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people working at height cleaning windows wearing safety harnesses and lanyards

Safety lanyards are an essential piece of kit when working at height, no matter your work environment. There are a wide range of different types of safety lanyards available – but which is right for you?

In this blog post we’ll be doing a run down of the different types of safety lanyards and what kind of work environments they are best suited for to help you make a well informed decision.

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 types of working at height equipment

Working at height equipment includes any product that has been specifically designed to enable a person to safely work at height. There are many types of working at height equipment you can use to keep you and your workers safe.

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how to inspect a safety harness

To check a safety harness, inspect the manufacturer label, the hardware, and the software.

Before you step into your harness, you must always inspect it to ensure that it can be relied upon. It is vital that safety harnesses are regularly inspected by a competent person who is fully trained and authorised by the manufacturer. It’s also a good idea for all staff to regularly inspect their safety harnesses in addition to these official checks. Start by checking the manufacturer label, and continue the inspection until you are certain that it is safe.

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When it comes to climbing or working at height, you need a safety harness that’s both reliable and comfortable. Especially if you’re spending longer periods of time at height, you’ll want to be as comfortable as possible.

To help you choose a safety harness, we’ve compiled this list of trustworthy, durable harnesses that don’t compromise on comfort.

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