It’s a phrase we often hear: “safety first.” However, until recently, this concept wasn’t widely embraced by many of the thousands of workers in the UK who operate at heights, along with the companies that hire them. It’s not that these workers and employers were intentionally neglecting safety; rather, it
When operatives are suspended in mid-air after a fall, their lives hang in the balance – even if they have survived the fall without a scratch. Every second counts. The intention of this guidance is to help you fully understand the implications of an operative falling, being arrested and then
All structurally rated fall arrest tool lanyards should be subjected to both dynamic and static tests, these follow the models that are used to test safety harnesses and tool lanyards for PPE, incorporating the procedures set out in the article 11B of the Council Directive. Dropped tool prevention products should
Leading Edge Safety is dedicated to making sure that employees who must work at heights can do so in a secure and safe manner. In honour of International Safe Places to Work Day that takes place on Saturday 27 July, we shine a light on a critical aspect of working
Did you know that approximately 400 serious injuries and 15 deaths involving safety ladders occur in the UK each year? If an untrained worker dies or gets seriously injured from falling off a ladder, what excuse could the employer provide? Take responsibility and equip your workforce with the necessary training
Men’s Health Week 2024 is celebrated between the 10-16 June. This event aims to raise awareness concerning health issues that predominately affect men. The theme for Men’s Health Week 2024 is to support men in taking charge of their well-being, encourage them to make wise lifestyle decisions, and seek medical
No Falls Week is a crucial initiative aimed at raising awareness about the importance of safety measures when working at heights. When working at a height, tethering your tools is an essential practice that can drastically lower incidents and accidents. Securing your tools will shield you from potential harm and
The purpose of Safety and Health at Work Day is to raise awareness of potential health risks and accidents that may occur at work. The International Labour Organisation seeks to increase workers’ awareness of potential risks to their health and safety in higher-risk industries. Ensuring a safe and healthy work
Fall restraint vs. fall arrest The most fundamental difference between the two methods of work is the fall potential. A fall arrest system allows the operative to fall and then ‘arrests’ the fall. Whereas fall restraint system, (when used correctly), prevents the fall occurring. Both fall restraint and fall arrest
Fall arrest systems are used to prevent or help to reduce the risk of injury and in some cases even death after a fall when working at height. Discover how to safely calculate your clearance whilst using fall arrest equipment. A personal fall arrest system is designed to: protect a
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