articleThe fight against falls
Falls from height remain leading cause of workplace fatality. Louise Charlton looks at how you can mitigate the risk of working at height.
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articleDouble danger
While the fall risks associated with working at height are well-documented, the less immediately apparent yet equally significant threat of chemical exposure often exists alongside them. Choosing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that effectively addresses both hazards involves a nuanced balance of material compatibility, ergonomic considerations, and performance demands, says Steve Marnach.
newsWorker dies after fall from scaffolding tower
A SHOP sign making and fitting company and its director have been fined after an employee fell from an unguarded scaffolding tower and later died from his injuries.
newsCouncil prosecutes business for health and safety breaches
BRECKLAND COUNCIL has successfully prosecuted an Attleborough-based business for breaching Health and Safety Law, resulting in very serious injuries. The company has been ordered to pay a total of £29,000.
newsCampaign raises stair safety awareness
ALMOST HALF of UK adults (43%) have experienced a slip, trip or fall on the stairs in the last 12 months, according to new research released by the British Woodworking Federation (BWF).
articleBreaking 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.
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newsSole 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.
newsCampaign 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.
productBS8681:2024 – 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.
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