The Ability International Working At Height Safety Checklist
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:37 AM
It’s not every day that someone falls from height in the workplace, but when it does happen, it can send shockwaves through an organisation. Work at height accidents are not as common as they once were, but there is still much room for improvement.
Our Top Chimney Access Safety Systems
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:35 AM
It’s 2023, so why are you still balancing on ladders?
What Equipment Do You Need For Chimney Access?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:34 AM
Working on chimneys, either installing liners, or carrying out repairs, almost always involves working at height on the exterior of the building. Gaining access to the roof and setting up a stable working platform can be a risky business, so it’s essential it is done by trained profes …
Why an Online Work-at-Height Training Refresher is Needed to Prevent Bad Habits
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:33 AM
Staying safe while working at heights is essential, and yet it’s easy for bad habits to creep in over time. Workers can become complacent and make mistakes, and some may even be unaware of updates in safety protocols. That’s why a work-at-height training refresher provides the knowled …
A Busy April For Ability International
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:32 AM
Here at Ability International, we’re excited to share some of the trade shows we’ve been a part of this past April, including the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps and the NEC Health and Safety Event!
How High Is Too High For Working At Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:31 AM
Whether you are working in construction or only completing jobs at height occasionally, you don’t always need to erect scaffolding or rent mobile towers to get every little job done. That being said, we do have a general cut-off for what we would consider a “safe working height” depen …
Sleep Deprivation Causes A Big Risk For Work At Height – Here’s Why
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:30 AM
Sleep deprivation at work is more than just a minor inconvenience; it’s a significant safety risk, and especially so when working at height. Whether it’s a restless night or ongoing sleep issues, fatigue can wreak havoc on your ability to think clearly, react quickly, and stay alert. …
UK Finds No Improvements In Falls From Height: Our Response
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:29 AM
This recent report from the Safety & Health Practitioner makes for grim reading: in the last year in the UK, 5000 people suffered injuries as a result of a workplace fall from height, and 40 people died.
Why You Need To Get Roof Safety Training
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:27 AM
Everyone working in the roofing industry has heard about a botched job or some disastrous accident during an installation, and such incidents can be ruinous for a company’s reputation. That’s one of the reasons why safety training is so important, as well as compliance with all the UK …