Your Checklist To Working At Height

Injuries while working from height are extremely common, and normally come about when improper health and safety have been considered before beginning the task. This is true in both professional and DIY settings, so it is important to think carefully about how you are going to go about working at height to ensure nothing goes wrong.

Here is a checklist of what to do when working at height to maintain safety.

Risk Assessment

One of the most important ways of staying safe when working at height is to conduct a thorough risk assessment before performing any task where you might be put in a dangerous position.

You should be looking to assess any risk factors, which could include the terrain you’re putting equipment on, the height you’re working at, the task you’re trying to accomplish and anything else that could potentially be a danger.

Equipment

The equipment you need when working at height is essential to remaining safe. You should be carefully considering the right piece of equipment for the job. For example, a simple job like replacing a bulb might only require a ladder, but something more complex like painting a wall might require a scaffold tower to ensure the task is performed correctly and safely.

A scaffold tower is a great way to remain safe while working at height, as it provides a solid and sturdy structure where you have space to move around, put all your equipment and even strap yourself to the tower to prevent a fall.

As well as the equipment you’re using to reach heights, you also need to consider the equipment you wear. PPE can be the difference between remaining safe and being injured. Hard hats, gloves, high-vis jackets and fall arrest systems are all useful tools that will prevent an injury from occurring.

Inspection

Even if you have used all of your equipment before and believe it is safe, make sure you inspect them regularly to ensure they are still working at their most optimal. Equipment can wear down over time, so a pre-use check will allow you to see if the piece of equipment is still safe to use.

Training

Working from height can be dangerous, so ensure you are trained properly. If you work for a business, your employer is required by law to train you to work at height safely. If you have not been, you need to request this.

If you’re working at height at home, this can be harder. But there are plenty of online resources and training available online that you can use to make sure you remain safe.

Access Solutions From Top Tower

The best way to stay safe while working at height is by using reliable equipment that won’t put you in danger. Work with Top Tower today for a great range of access solutions which will help ensure your safety.

This includes ladders & steps, scaffold towers, accessories and other pieces of equipment that will give you the peace of mind you need.

If you’d like to find out more information about any of our products, feel free to contact us today.

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