Breaking the fall
Working at height is one of the most hazardous activities and fall protection systems and safety concepts have been developed and standardised to safeguard workers. Jon Holt provides an overview of fall protection and its safety concepts, emphasising the importance of prevention, proper equipment, and safety culture.
Safety and Health Excellence Awards 2025 Preview
A preview of the Safety and Health Excellence Awards, which take place at Vox Resorts World, NEC Birmingham on 9 April 2025.
Sole trader fined after worker suffered serious injuries
A WORKER suffered serious injuries after falling from a flat roof that did not have any edge protection.
Campaign enters next phase of market surveillance
THE LADDER Association has announced it is embarking on its latest phase of market surveillance activity to check compliance of telescopic ladders bought from the most popular online platforms and dedicated DIY retailers.
BS8681:2024 – elevating fall protection standards
THE INTRODUCTION of BS8681:2024 marks a significant advancement in fall protection, establishing rigorous competency requirements for personal fall protection equipment and anchor systems.
Teen apprentice injured on site
A HOUSEBUILDER has been fined £800k after a teen apprentice was injured when a temporary stairwell covering collapsed.
Demolition firm in the dock after worker falls from height
A DEMOLITION company has been fined after a worker fell six metres through a roof opening during a demolition project, suffering serious injuries.
Airport prosecuted after pensioner fell from ambulift
THE OWNER of Edinburgh Airport has been fined £80,000 after a pensioner fell from an ambulift on his return from holiday.
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