Blow Moulding Company With Access Issues

By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:51 AM

Pod Tower with a lightweight compact design.

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 …

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What The Construction Industry Can Learn From An Increase In Falls From Height

By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:50 AM

Construction worker wearing a full body safety harness, preparing to start his task working at height.

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 …

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Roofer’s Fall Results in £20k Fines for Contractors

By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:43:49 AM

A contractor signing a cheque for a fine that they have received as a result of a fall.

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 …

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Here’s What Should Be In Your Construction First Aid Kit And Why

By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:10 AM

After completing his first aid training on site, a construction worker is administering first aid to his colleague moments after a construction site accident.

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 …

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What Are Work At Height Training Courses Looking Like In 2023?

By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:09 AM

Man using a laptop looking at working at height training courses

In 2023 we have largely shifted back to in-person events, although many training courses seem to be staying online-only.

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Steep Decline In Work At Height Safety Investigations

By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:08 AM

Two construction workers conducting height safety investigations on-site, wearing hard hats and high-visibility vests

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 …

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Scary Facts About Work-Related Injuries

By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:07 AM

a man unsafely drilling holes into a pumpkin about to have a work-related injury

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!

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Why Have We Reported On So Many Falls From Height In 2024 Alone?

By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:04 AM

Two silhouettes of people working at height and the sun rising in the horizon.

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 …

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5 Advantages Of Buying A Desksurfer

By Admin on Aug 22, 2025 11:42:03 AM

A desksurfer platform bought for the advantage of the office.

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 …

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