wokring at height dos and don'ts

Working at height is often a necessity in the construction industry. However, even if you work at height often, you should never do so carelessly.

By definition, working at height creates a situation where an injury could occur due to a worker falling from one level to another. These injuries can be very serious, even life-threatening, so it’s important to be careful when you’re working at height.

To minimise the risk of a nasty fall, keep these dos and don’ts in mind:

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fall prevention equipment

Falls from height can be life-threatening, which is why preventing falls from happening in the first place using fall prevention equipment is crucial for those working at height.

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Safety Equipment for Rock Climbing

Rock climbing is an exhilarating and rewarding activity that will push your mental and physical limits. Whether you’re testing your skills in the gym or scaling cliffs in nature, it is crucial that you have the right gear to keep you safe and performing at your best! In this blog, we will unpack the essential rock climbing equipment you will need to get started.

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what is a horizontal lifeline

A horizontal lifeline is a cable or rail system that’s attached to two or more anchor points, providing a continuous line of fall protection for the individuals attached via their lanyards. Horizontal lifelines can be used in various applications, however, are most frequently used on elevated work areas such as loading docks, roof tops, bridges and cranes.

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how does the weather affect work at height

Staying safe while working at height is already a hard task in itself, but the risks only get greater when you add bad weather to the mix. Wind, ice, snow and other adverse weather conditions pose a serious threat to safety for those working on site. This blog will explore some of the risks associated with these weather conditions and what you can do to keep yourself and others on site safe.

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