Press Release:The Ladder Association, the not-for-profit lead industry body dedicated to promoting the safe use of portable ladders, has launched a survey to gather intelligence around the use of roof ladders across industry.The short online survey asks roof ladder users and those who manage or supervise the use of roof ladders, to share anonymous information on … [Read more...] about TB Davies Supports Ladder Association Roof Ladder Survey
Industry Guidance
TB Davies brings you the latest information direct from industry bodies, including the Ladder Association and PASMA, on safe working practices when working at height.
#LadderSafetyMonth Has Arrived
This March, TB Davies will be joining #LadderSafetyMonth - With your support, we can promote ladder safety and decrease the number of ladder-related incidents that happen every year. Make sure you're up to date with ladder safety. TB Davies has a range of Ladder Association courses available to help you or your team become trained using ladders … [Read more...] about #LadderSafetyMonth Has Arrived
Parliamentary Launch of No Falls Charter Initiative
Alison Thewliss MP hosted the virtual event where the No Falls Foundation laid out its ambitions for its upcoming No Falls Charter. The initiative embodies best practices allowing organisations to review their processes and prevent falls from height.Peter Bennett OBE, Chair of the Foundation, highlighted the scale of the problem, explaining there are estimated to be 10 … [Read more...] about Parliamentary Launch of No Falls Charter Initiative
Ladder Association Code of Practice
The Ladder Association has played an important part in the development of the current ladder standards and welcomes the opportunity to introduce clarity around the standards and what you need to know.The Ladder Association Code of Practice, revised in July 2021, contains more comprehensive guidance on the simple, sensible precautions you should take when using a … [Read more...] about Ladder Association Code of Practice
LA455 Safe Use of Ladders and Stepladders
LA455 is a completely revised document for assessing risks when using Ladders and Stepladders. It supersedes the previous Brief Guide INDG455 from the Health & Safety Executive, UK.Ladders and stepladders are not banned under health and safety law. In fact they can be a sensible and practical option for low-risk, short- duration tasks.This guidance is for employers … [Read more...] about LA455 Safe Use of Ladders and Stepladders