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Significant step forward in fall protection equipment
14 January 2025
JOIN HSM and BSIF on the 17 January at 10:00am on the new standard BS 8681:2024 Personal fall protection equipment –Anchor systems – Specification for provider competence.

The new British Standard - BS 8681 - was published on the 30 November 2024 and marks a significant step forward. It sets out clear guidelines for the industry, emphasising competence and safety across all aspects of fall protection systems.
Many of the BSIF (HSG) members were actively involved in the BSI Working Group that wrote this standard. Register today to listen to the industry experts discussing the key aspects of this new Standard and how it will impact the industry.
Webinar panellists include:
- Alan Murray
- Graham Willmott
- Tim Bissett
- John Hynes
- Liz Rickard
- Harvey Dun
- Steven Morris
- Jonathan Seymour
- David Ravensdale
You can register for this free to attend webinar by clicking below.
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