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Everything You Need to Know
Did you know that falls from height are the most common cause of workplace deaths in the UK? It’s a pretty sobering statistic, and to know how to prevent it from happening on your site, you need to know what causes falls in the first place. That’s where we come in! We are a leading provider of harness training and other courses for working at height, and we have seen first-hand what some of the most common causes of falls are.
Equipment
Equipment is often the root cause of many of the falls from height seen in UK workplaces, specifically, the way that it is used, as well as the incorrect form of access equipment being used for tasks. Ladders are often used at angles that aren’t safe, mobile scaffolding is assembled incorrectly, and the incorrect MEWP is selected. You can often also find harnesses being worn incorrectly. All of these have the potential to cause serious accidents.
Failing to carry out checks
Another leading cause of falls from height is a lack of proper safety checks being carried out. A risk assessment that isn’t carried out thoroughly can miss all kinds of things, and all too often, on UK building sites, those assessments aren’t actually being carried out at all. This puts people at much higher risk before their work has even begun.
Human factors
Just like in any other workplace, accidents can come about through simple human error. You’re in a rush, you’re under pressure, you’re tired, you lack experience, the list goes on and on! While it is impossible to weed out all mistakes carried out by human workers, there are so many avoidable issues that lead to accidents. Ensure you’re trained for the tasks you’ll be completing. If you’re unsure or feel something is unsafe, alert a senior member of staff onsite.
Weather
Last but not least comes the nemesis of many projects: the weather! Rain, high winds, and snow and ice are all weather conditions that UK workers have found themselves dealing with from time to time, but that doesn’t mean that they should be underestimated. They can lead to slippery surfaces and reduced visibility, along with unstable equipment.
How can you reduce these risks?
Perhaps the biggest barrier to working at height safely and effectively is a lack of training. When you take a harness training course with us, or any of our other working at height courses, you can expect to pick up all the skills and knowledge you need to carry out your work safely.
Here to help you
To find out more about working at height safely and taking the best course for your needs, get in touch with us today! We are here to answer all of your questions and give you the information you need to go ahead and book a place on a training course with total confidence. So what are you waiting for?
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