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 …