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 …