Working on a roof can be dangerous. Falls account for more deaths and serious injuries in construction than anything else and roofers account for 24% – the biggest category of worker by far – of those people who are killed in all falls from height.Any fall from a roof inevitably involves at least a serious injury. The risks are substantial, however long or short the work. … [Read more...] about Working On Roofs INDG284
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.
Reducing Falls From Vehicles CS13
This case study is part of a series, which give examples of good practice to reduce injuries due to falls from vehicles, through sensible management of health and safety risks in the workplace.Download PDF … [Read more...] about Reducing Falls From Vehicles CS13
Preventing Falls From Vehicles INDG413
More than 2000 serious injuries to people falling from vehicles are reported to HSE each year. Many of these injuries are broken arms or legs, resulting in weeks off work and possible loss of earnings. There are probably many more injuries that are not reported.Download PDF … [Read more...] about Preventing Falls From Vehicles INDG413
Safety in Window Cleaning Using Portable Ladders
Portable ladders have traditionally been used by window cleaners mainly for cleaning windows on ground, first and second floors.Most falls to window cleaners involve the use of portable ladders. In recent years figures for accidents reported to HSE and local authorities show that between two and seven window cleaners have been killed each year in Great Britain and about … [Read more...] about Safety in Window Cleaning Using Portable Ladders