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 …