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 …
How To Stay Safe When Working At Height In Hot Weather
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:26 AM
The good old British summer is unpredictable at the best of times, but we do get some serious sunshine sometimes and we need to be prepared. Working safely at height in hot weather can be particularly hazardous due to the combined risks of heat-related illnesses and the inherent dange …
What Equipment Can You Hire From Ability International?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:25 AM
When work needs to be carried out above a desk or table area, the most cost effective method is to hire working at height equipment in the form of a Desksurfer.
Is Edge Protection Overlooked During Work at Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:24 AM
A simple job, easy money. But then a moment’s slip, a four-metre plunge and a bone snapped in two. All because a company thought safety was optional.
How To Stay Safe Working At Height In Bad Weather Conditions
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:23 AM
If you regularly work at height outside then you know how big an impact that heavy rain, high winds, or other strong weather conditions can have on your safety and efficiency on the job. Fortunately, equipment is higher quality than ever and safety standards for work at height are con …
Why Do People Take Risks When Working At Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:50:22 AM
Despite having numerous safety measures in place, some workers still take unnecessary risks when conducting work at height. It can be incredibly frustrating for safety officers and overseers who feel they’ve done everything by the book to ensure everyone carries out work at height saf …
What Are The Main Reasons Construction Workers Fall From Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:15 AM
How common are falls from height in construction? Well, they’re not as common as they were in the 60s, but they still happen regularly and lead to massive fines for the companies responsible.
4 Things You Should Not Do When Working At Height
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:14 AM
At Ability International, we’re all about working and height safety. If you work in Construction and you’re worried that your workers may not adequately be protected, we’ve put together a rundown of 4 things you should not do when working height. So before you check out our solution f …
Situations Where You Should NOT Use A Scaffold Tower
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:13 AM
There are several situations when a mobile tower scaffold must not be used on a job, and it is important to recognise the various factors that determine if it is safe to use. This article outlines situations where scaffold towers should be avoided, including the maximum mobile tower s …
The Difference Mandatory Training Can Make: Ontario Reduces Fall From Height Injuries By 19%
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:12 AM
In Ontario, Canada, work at height training was made mandatory, and now the results are in: a 19% drop in injuries related to falls from height. This is largely credited to the workers who received the training keeping up the best practices for the two years following their safety cou …
Is It Safe For Everyone To Use A Desksurfer?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:11 AM
Working at height is a common and accepted practice in many industries, but following the right rules and regulations is essential to prevent injuries and death. The use of a Desksurfer is often the best way to get work done at height, especially when working alone and in offices.
Falls From Height Leading Cause Of Worker Death
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:10 AM
Falls from height are the leading cause of death within the workforce. Statistics by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) published in early July show that in 2023 – 2024, 50 workers died due to a fall from height in the UK.
Are Construction Workers And Chimney Sweeps Under Too Much Pressure?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:09 AM
Falls from scaffolding and roofs are not exactly commonplace but they have certainly not been eradicated, so why is that? We were recently asked if this could be due to pressure and time constraints – but our short answer was “generally no”. The long answer is slightly more complicate …
Access Issues On A Machine Bed In A Large Manufacturing Facility
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:08 AM
An existing customer contacted us as a work at height issue had been highlighted by a number of engineers. The production engineers needed to reach out, in between support pillars to attach strengthening spars to the skin of aircraft wings and they were struggling to get to where they …
How To Operate A Desksurfer
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:07 AM
When you carry out work at height, you have many things to keep in mind. Not only do you have to follow strict protocol and be sure that your equipment is up to standard, you also must ensure that you know how to properly operate that equipment.
How Ability Can Help You Even After You Make Your Desksurfer Purchase
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:06 AM
Are you looking at hiring a Desksurfer but you aren’t sure how to operate it? Maybe you’re worried about troubleshooting it or having difficulty manoeuvring it. A good equipment hire specialist will make sure that you are supported every step of the way however, which is why at Abilit …
Does Digital Technology Help Prevent Work Accidents?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:04 AM
A meeting between MPs recently resulted in a manifesto urging industries where employees often work at height to adopt digital technologies to help prevent accidental falls. The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Working at Height (APPG) believes that such technology can address the cha …
Troubleshooting Your Desksurfer and Other Equipment
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:03 AM
Issues with any safety equipment can creep up over time, even with Desksurfers, but knowing what to look for and how to address problems can prevent any accidents and minimise downtime. Here’s our quick guide to identifying and troubleshooting common faults with Desksurfers and relate …
What Work At Height Requires 2 People?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:02 AM
In the UK, a lot of companies have specific work-at-height requirements – that usually means all work at height is done by two people. Companies that carry out any work at height ideally want their workers to be accompanied by someone else in case something goes wrong.
Best Ability International Courses to Complement Online Work-at-Height Training
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:01 AM
How The Dangers Of Work At Height Increase When You’re Short-Staffed
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:44:00 AM
Being short-staffed is a challenge for any workplace, but when the job involves work at height, it introduces a whole new level of risk. When staff are overworked from covering for absentees, the temptation to cut corners increases. This is often because of the added pressure to compl …
How a Digital Two Way Radio System Can Strengthen Work-at-Height Control Measures
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:59 AM
Failure to Follow Height Safety Rules Leads to Worker’s Fatal Fall
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:58 AM
A specialist contractor has been fined £60,000 after a worker fell to his death while carrying out restoration work on a Birmingham church steeple.
Three Health and Safety Work-at-Height Violations We See Out And About
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:57 AM
Work-at-height continues to be the most hazardous activity in any workplace in the UK, according to the Health and Safety Executive, whose stats show that falls from height account for twice as many worker deaths than the next cause.
When Things Go Wrong: The Legal Consequences Of A Workplace Fall
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:55 AM
In general, the most serious consequences of a fall from height are felt by the person who’s had the accident. Falls can result in serious, life-changing injuries, and even death. So, it’s essential that employees are given the tools, equipment and resources they need to minimise the …
What Exactly Is A Fall From Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:54 AM
Falls from height are a major cause of workplace injury, especially in the construction and manufacturing sectors. Falls from height can also arise in many other workplaces, including warehouses, factories and even office buildings. If a worker is not wearing the right safety gear or …
Invest One Week In Training For Working At Height In 2025 To Save A Small Fortune
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:53 AM
What Is Covered In Our Fall Arrest And Safety Harness Systems Course?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:52 AM
Fall prevention is a topic that is becoming more and more relevant in workers’ everyday lives. Our Fall Arrest and Safety Harness Systems Course will help you learn all about the proper way to prevent falls, how you can use fall arrest and safety harness systems to prevent injuries, a …
Blow Moulding Company With Access Issues
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:51 AM
An existing customer contacted us about a work-at-height issue highlighted by an engineer regarding a section of their production line. They explained that granular material being fed through overhead pipes into a hopper had occasionally been causing a blockage, resulting in recurring …
What The Construction Industry Can Learn From An Increase In Falls From Height
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:50 AM
Falls from height remain the leading cause of fatalities in construction, accounting for over half of all deaths on-site in 2022/23. Considering there was a worrying 15% rise in fatal injuries compared to the previous year, the industry clearly faces an urgent challenge. This recurrin …
Roofer’s Fall Results in £20k Fines for Contractors
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:49 AM
An accident involving a roofer falling and breaking his legs saw two companies fined around £20k between them for their failure to properly plan and supervise the job. The ruling came earlier this year from an accident in 2020 and demonstrates once again the importance of ensuring wor …
Here’s What Should Be In Your Construction First Aid Kit And Why
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:10 AM
A well-equipped construction first aid kit is an essential part of maintaining safety on any site, ensuring swift and effective responses to any injuries caused by a construction site accident. Coupled with first aid training on site, a comprehensive kit enables workers to handle the …
What Are Work At Height Training Courses Looking Like In 2023?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:09 AM
In 2023 we have largely shifted back to in-person events, although many training courses seem to be staying online-only.
Steep Decline In Work At Height Safety Investigations
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:08 AM
The number of Health and Safety (HSE) investigations into falls from height on construction sites has fallen sharply. A report in Construction News (CN) informs how Prospect, the trade union for engineers, scientists, managers and HSE inspectors, has warned the workplace health and sa …
Scary Facts About Work-Related Injuries
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:07 AM
At Ability International we are well into the Halloween spirit! It’s been a very busy year as we’re coming out of the pandemic and we’re already looking forward to Christmas, but first let’s give Halloween the attention it deserves!
Why Have We Reported On So Many Falls From Height In 2024 Alone?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:04 AM
The alarming rise in falls from height in 2024 has highlighted serious failings in workplace safety, an issue obviously close to our hearts. Despite clear regulations, many companies continue to cut corners, particularly when it comes to training and supervision, which has led to an u …
5 Advantages Of Buying A Desksurfer
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:03 AM
Buying or hiring a DeskSurfer platform provides numerous advantages for businesses, organisations and individuals. Whether your needs require only a Desksurfer hire, or you prefer to purchase it outright, the ongoing advantages will always outweigh the initial investment cost. Buying …
How Ability International Solved Access Issues Over A Large Boardroom Table
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:03 AM
An existing customer contacted us as a work-at-height issue had been highlighted by a number of engineers. The air conditioning units above a boardroom table required regular preventive maintenance and they were struggling to get to where they needed to be. There were three main issue …
Falls From Height: How Can They Be Prevented?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:01 AM
Falls from height comprise 20% of all fatal accidents in the workplace. They are the third leading cause of fatal injuries. For example, in 2019, John Gary Robertson fell 30 feet from a pipe bridge at Longannet Power Station in Fife, Scotland. He was severely injured in the accident a …
What Are The Most Common Hazards When Working At Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:00 AM
‘At Height’ does not have a clear definition. We have previously described working at height as working in any situation that could leave you open to falling from one level to another. Crucially, with every additional meter of height, the risk of injury or even fatality increases dram …
What To Do When Something Goes Wrong With Work At Height
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:59 AM
There’s a lot that can go wrong when carrying out work at height, so everyone involved needs to know exactly what to do to avoid accidents and injury. Safety should always come first, and knowing how to respond to unexpected challenges can save lives and protect valuable equipment.
Autumn-Proof Your Work At Height
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:57 AM
Summer is officially over, we just did Halloween and now we are well into Autumn territory – which means it’s cold, rainy and windy out there! Of course, in high speeds and heavy rain, accidents become far more common – it’s easier to lose balance when fast winds are hitting you, and …
Severn Valley Railway Fined
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:56 AM
Severn Valley Railway has been hit with a £40,000 fine after an employee suffered serious injuries from a fall during a routine painting job. The incident took place at the company’s Bridgnorth Locomotive Works in February 2021 and has highlighted the critical importance of adhering t …
Will A Desksurfer Fit Into A Lift?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:55 AM
The Desksurfer is an access tool that allows you to work at height over existing desks and tables in an office environment. It can save a huge amount of time and effort in terms of reorganising the office layout, especially when carrying out tasks such as cleaning, changing lamps or d …
5 Uses Of Height Adjustable Mobile Platforms
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:54 AM
Got another working at height job coming up? You’ve got a fully trained and qualified team on the task, and you know exactly how the job needs to be carried out. The only snag is you’re using old, inefficient safety equipment. What can you do to change that, and more importantly, why …
How NOT To Work At Height (Happy April Fool’s Day!)
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:53 AM
In life we love to get creative when problem-solving. Unfortunately, however, there are times in which getting creative can only create further problems and, worst case scenario, send us to the hospital.
Why Is It Important To Get Training And Follow Instructions Before Working At Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:51 AM
Working at height is an essential part of many industries, but it can be very dangerous. If you don’t have the right training or experience, you could injure yourself or someone else. That’s why it’s important to get the right training and instruction before you start any work at heig …
The Work At Height Regulations May Be Spared In EU-Era Law Overhaul
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:50 AM
Yes, you read that correctly! We couldn’t believe it either. Here’s what we know so far.
The Importance Of Proper Planning: How Risk Assessments Save Lives
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:49 AM
Any job that requires team members to work at height is dangerous. When other factors, like power lines and limited accessibility, are involved, these jobs have the potential to be fatal. The key to avoiding accidents and injuries is good planning. Carrying out thorough risk assessmen …
How Customised Secure Access Solutions Ensure Working At Height Safety
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:41:47 AM
Working at height is an essential yet high-risk activity across many industries, from construction to maintenance. Secure access solutions, such as a portable scaffolding tower or aluminium scaffolding systems, are crucial in safeguarding workers while enhancing efficiency. The focus …
322 Gas Bottles And An Automatic Valve They Couldn’t Reach: A Case Study!
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:18 AM
Hover message Hover message Hover message Our technicians at Ability International never shy away from a difficult job, so when we were asked to help a data centre with an on-site hazard that they couldn’t reach, we were happy to help.
What Is a Work At Height Certificate?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:17 AM
Builders often have to scale grand heights and work in dangerous areas. Although you might do everything you can to protect your workers when you are working on roofs, scaffolding or up a ladder, there is no such thing as being too prepared.
Construction: An Easy And Simple Guide To Working At Height
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:16 AM
Between 2020 and 2021, there were 35 fatal injuries because of falls from height, so it’s clear that there are some life-threatening risks when working at height. That’s why proper preparations and attentiveness are vital to keeping you and your workplace safe.
Be Careful of These Common Construction Risks
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:15 AM
Construction sites are places full of potential hazards, so these risks must be identified and minimised, to ensure a safe working environment can prevail. Here are some of the most common construction risks to watch out for.
Our Work At Height Do’s And Don’ts When Using A Scaffold Tower
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:13 AM
When using equipment to work at height, it is essential to follow safety guidelines to avoid injury or danger to life. A scaffold tower, when used correctly, can be extremely useful for prolonged periods of work at height. They are easy to assemble and mobile enough to apply where nee …
This Company Was Fined 40k! Working At Height Injuries and How To Prevent Them
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:12 AM
Falls from height have been steadily rising over the past five years.
How To Store Your Aluminium Scaffold Tower Safely
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:11 AM
An aluminium scaffold tower is an excellent piece of equipment for safety and convenience, but what is the best way to store it when not in use? There is more to consider than simply dismantling it and wheeling it into the storage facility until it is needed.
4 Things To Check For Before Purchasing An Aluminium Scaffold Tower
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:10 AM
Whether you’re installing air conditioning units or setting up a stage for live events, an aluminium scaffold tower is an important piece of equipment you can’t be without.
Working At Height Safety Breaches Have Rocketed 84%
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:09 AM
Working at height is obviously fraught with difficulty and danger. While many businesses understand this, clearly not enough do as the Health and Safety Executive reports that almost half of all construction accidents involve falling from height.
Everything You Need To Know About Height Adjustable Mobile Platforms
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:08 AM
Height adjustable mobile platforms are metal structures which allow workers to access hard to reach areas with ease. These wheeled platforms can be moved into place and secured with a brake in a range of different environments, with height adjustment to allow better access. Our Cantil …
It’s 2022 and Falls From Height Are Still The Main Cause of Workplace Fatality…
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:07 AM
If you need any more motivation to focus on workplace safety, consider the facts. According to the HSE statistics, there are 44,400 non-fatal accidents involving falls from height per year. That works out at 121 accidents per day. Over a one-year period, upwards of 3.9 million working …
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Skip Height Training
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:06 AM
Working at height is a feature of many different types of occupations, whether you need to get something from a high shelf, or to mend or repair structures from a ladder or scaffolding.
Case Study: Ceiling Fixer Rob Designed His Own Scaffold Tower And We Built It! Is He Happy With His Bespoke Working At Height Solution?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:05 AM
Here at Ability International we are experts in helping people achieve solutions to their problems.
What NOT To Do When Working On An Aluminium Scaffold Tower
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:04 AM
There can often be a need to work at height for many businesses across multiple industries. Companies involved in manufacturing are a classic example, as are construction firms who need to erect a new building. Although some people may worry about safety when working on aluminium scaf …
Why Is Safety Equipment Key In The Job Of Construction?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:03 AM
When it comes to working on construction sites, it’s vital for all workers and on-site staff to follow strict health and safety regulations. Sometimes, this includes using specialised safety equipment to mitigate risk and avoid accidents.
How Much Money Can You Lose If Your Employee Falls From Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:02 AM
If your business is involved with work at height, then you will already know there are a number of risks associated with this type of work. Accidents as a result of falling from height are some of the most common causes of serious injuries in the workplace, as well as the number one c …
When Should A Mobile Scaffold Tower Be Inspected?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:01 AM
Scaffolding is integral to virtually any worksite, and workers should be able to depend on it. It facilitates tasks at heights that would otherwise be impossible to reach, but this means it must be frequently inspected for any defects that could lead to it collapsing.
What Is A Desksurfer And What Are The Benefits?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:39:00 AM
Desksurfers are ideal for use in office spaces where the services are concealed within suspended ceilings, where space constraints and furniture mean more conventional access equipment cannot be used. In this blog post, we look at what the Desksurfer is and discuss its benefits.
In 2022, There’s Really No Excuse! Our Top 5 Tips When Working At Height
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:59 AM
While many may believe that health and safety awareness is better than ever in 2022, working at height is still one of the most dangerous occupations. Regardless of the role, falls from height were the number one cause of work-related deaths between 2020 and 2021. So how can we improv …
Working At Height: Why It’s Time To Upgrade Your Construction Equipment
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:58 AM
The construction industry uses numerous tools and equipment for heavy-duty work. To run an efficient company, you need to buy the right construction equipment, such as aluminium scaffold towers, desk surfers, chimney access ladders, desk surfer bridges and more.
5 Ways The Aluminium Scaffold Tower Outperforms A Ladder
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:56 AM
Few homes and businesses are without either a ladder or stepladder to complete many indoor and outdoor tasks that require working at a height.
Camden Council Loved Our Desksurfer – Here’s Why!
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:55 AM
At Ability International we love to help out Construction companies who are in need of bespoke equipment to help them with working at height, and we recently caught up with Leon from Camden Council, whom we supplied with a Desksurfer in 2022.
Working At Height Solutions: Your Guide To Preventing Falls
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:54 AM
Working at height is a common feature of many workplaces. Accidents involving falls from height are the second most common cause of workplace death and injury, according to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). This guide looks at the different types of work at height solutions and w …
Ladders Vs Scaffold Tower – Which One Do You Need?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:53 AM
If you need to carry out work in hard-to-reach areas, you need reliable equipment to get you there safely. A good ladder or scaffold tower can be useful for this situation, but it can be difficult to judge which is the better option for your needs. Using the right equipment is fundame …
What Responsibilities Do Employees Have When Working At Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:52 AM
Working at height is one of the biggest causes of injuries and fatalities in the workplace, especially on construction sites, so it’s vital that employees take health and safety seriously when carrying out activities that require working at height.
How Short-Term Work At Height Equipment Hire Is Restarting Businesses
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:39 AM
For any business restarting following a lengthy lockdown, getting yourself back on your feet and on-track is priority one. Whether you’re a small business just starting up following a layoff from an existing company, or simply a firm getting back on its feet, equipment hire might be t …
What Are The LOLER And PUWER Regulations?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:37 AM
LOLER stands for the Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations that were implemented by the UK government in 1998 to cover the use of hydraulic platforms that raise and lower with a person or materials on board. PUWER, on the other hand, stands for the Provision and Use of …
Ladders Vs Access Platforms – What’s The Best Solution For Working At Heights?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:36 AM
If you’re working at height, you may have asked yourself whether a ladder or an aluminium scaffold tower is more beneficial. In theory, ladders are the quick, simple, and traditional option, but are they the safest?
Safety Regulations To Follow When Working At Height
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:35 AM
Working at height remains one of the most dangerous activities a worker can do, and it is no surprise that it remains one of the biggest causes of fatalities and major injuries in the U.K.
5 Good Reasons Why You Should Invest In Working At Height Equipment
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:34 AM
If you require your employees to work at height, safety should be your number one priority. Investing in the right working at height equipment has many benefits, including protecting the safety of your employees and improving the efficiency of your business. In this guide, we outline …
The Top 6 Hazards Of Working At Height, And How To Avoid Them
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:33 AM
Working at height remains among the top causes of serious injury and fatality in the workplace. While this type of work is never without risk, both hire companies and individual workers can minimise the risks if they understand working at height hazards and control measures and reduce …
Access Equipment: What Is It And Why Do You Need It?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:33 AM
There is a wide range of access equipment on the market with a tool or piece of equipment available to suit every job. Due to the dangers involved when working at height, it should be said that any work that can be carried out from ground level in safety should be considered before in …
Is Training Necessary For Work At Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:31 AM
If you’re looking to take on a job that requires you to work at height, you may be wondering whether any training is necessary. The answer is yes, and here we explain why, and what exactly is required:
Optimising Work At Height Safety During COVID-19
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:30 AM
As the majority of the UK returns to work, new health and safety guidelines have been put in place to ensure that businesses are equipped to protect their employees from the spread of COVID-19. To make sure that your business remains compliant with the new regulations while protecting …
What is the Cost of Minor Injuries When Working at Heights?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:29 AM
Every year, hundreds of thousands of workers suffer minor injuries at work which can have serious repercussions for themselves and their employers. According to the Labour Force Survey in 2018/2019, 581,000 workers sustained a non-fatal injury at work during the course of the year, an …
How To Improve Your Health And Safety Skills While Working From Home
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:28 AM
With all the extra time on many people’s hands over lockdown, it is no wonder that so many people have tried to learn a new hobby or skill. If you are still looking for a productive way to spend your time, or are working from home, then it is time to start considering online health an …
Working At Height Over Desks Is A Nightmare! But We Can Help Make It Easier…
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:27 AM
Working on ceilings, walls, and windows when desks are in the way is a problem encountered by most tradespeople on a regular basis.
Aluminium Scaffold Tower And Equipment For Working At Height Checklist
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:26 AM
Working at heightcan be a dangerous task, making the safety of your scaffold tower even more important. The consequences of using dangerous access equipment can be fatal. Here we provide you with the ultimate inspection checklist for work at height safety:
Scaffold Tower – Buying, Leasing Or Renting It?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:25 AM
It’s always important to ensure that your organisation is able to operate flexibly, but this importance has been heightened due to the effects of the Covid-19 lockdown and recession. This is why, if you’re looking for an aluminium scaffold tower for sale, you should first decide wheth …
Top 5 Most Common Accidents In The Workplace
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:24 AM
In the years 2019-2020, 38.8 million working days were lost due to work-related illness or injury. While these mishaps may have been unfortunate, many of them could have been easily prevented by correctly understanding the risks that are posed in the workplace and taking action to min …
Why Is It So Important To Have The Right Equipment When Working At Height?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:23 AM
When you’re working at height, it’s essential to use the correct equipment. If you’re going to work at height, safety should always be a top priority, but how can your use of equipment determine that safety?
7 Top Safety Tips When Working At Height
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:22 AM
Safe Working At Height Regulations
How Many People Fall When Working At Height Each Year?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:21 AM
Falls from height are by far one of the biggest risks to be aware of in the workplace. Every year, millions of working days are lost due to injuries that result from falling and some incidents even lead to fatalities! Many falls occur due to workplace mishaps, incorrect safety procedu …
How To Improve Safety With Chimney Access Equipment
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:20 AM
Working on roofs is a dangerous and risky business anyway – let alone working on chimneys, which are usually the highest point on a property. Gaining access to a roof area can be slow and, when construction work commences, it can take time. This leads to a greater chance of potential …
Work at Height Access Solutions for Every Type of Business
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:19 AM
The Issues of Safely Working At Height
The Importance Of Routinely Servicing Work Equipment
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:18 AM
For all companies that work with equipment of any kind – from ladders to scaffold towers – it is absolutely essential for it to be assessed and serviced regularly.
What Does Working At Height Mean?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:16 AM
According to the HSE, work at height means “work in any place where, if precautions were not taken, a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury.” More specifically, you are working at height if you could fall from an edge, a fragile surface or an opening; you’re wor …
5 Key Reasons To Invest In Specialist Chimney Access Equipment
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:15 AM
There are many types of equipment available to make chimney access as easy and safe as possible. Whether it’s chimney access ladders or full access roof systems, you have many options to choose from.
Why Should you Hire a Desksurfer from Ability?
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:14 AM
Completing maintenance work over desks can be a nuisance, which is why Ability has created an ingenious product called the Desksurfer. In this blog, we’ll be looking into a few reasons why you should hire a Desksurfer from Ability.
The Importance Of Ladder Safety Training
By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:38:13 AM
An alarming number of falls from height result from the use of ladders. Ladder safety training is an effective way to prevent accidents and injury. Yet, still this remains an overlooked area of health and safety education in some workplaces.