Working at height comes with high-level risk – it goes without saying that you need the right equipment to keep you safe. Our height safety services are of an incredibly high calibre (no pun intended). To prove we’re not afraid to put our money where our mouth is, we’d like to share the story of an exciting installation done for the Clifton Observatory in Bristol.
Before we delve into the details of the installation – and the height safety equipment used – we need to turn back the clock to tell you all about the Clifton Observatory and how it came to be:
In the 19th century, the artist William West renovated the Clifton Observatory from what was then a humble derelict mill and turned it into the observatory building it is today. It was West who first introduced the camera obscura – in England, this is the only camera obscura open to the general public.
To keep the camera obscura in tip-top condition, maintenance staff were required to clean the lens. Doing this meant getting pretty high up – and considering all the health and safety consequences that came with that.
To keep staff safe, we provided a bespoke fall restraint solution meaning staff could navigate the observatory rooftop sure in the knowledge the equipment provided by Safety Lifting Gear would prevent any dangerous falls.
While the heights weren’t for the fainthearted, the gorgeous views of Clifton bridge from the top of the observatory definitely make for some pictures to remember.
We know that safety is of the uppermost importance when there is a need for working at height – this is why we provide a wide selection of equipment to meet all of your height safety needs. From our safety harnesses to our wide selection of climbing cord and rope, you can rest assured any job can be done safely from falls.
For those who haven’t worked at height before, or if you’d like a refresher on best practice when working on a height-based project, check out our comprehensive height safety training courses! From reliable products to effective training, we can make your job easier and safer.
We are proud to now be distributors of KONG Climbing, Rope Access, and Height Safety products! Based in Italy, KONG have been producing top-quality height safety and climbing equipment since 1830, they're known for their excellent products which is why we now supply their equipment.
They supply innovative and revolutionary designed products that make all your working at height tasks much easier and safer. We only ever supply products from high-quality manufacturers who create products to the highest standards. These products give our already extensive range of Rope Access and Height Safety products a massive boost, you can now browse through even more of our specialist products.
If you're interested in seeing our range of KONG climbing and rope access equipment you can click here. We have a fantastic range that is suited to fit a range of different applications so you should be able to find what you need. Or to learn more about some of the products we supply and why they are so revolutionary, keep reading.
Kong Back-up Fall Arrester
This revolutionary KONG fall arrested can follow the operator in both directions and stop the potential fall that anyone working at height is at risk of.
KONG Duck Rope Clamp
This innovative emergency rope clamp is the first and only clamp that also works on flat and tubular slings from 10 to 15mm.
KONG Frog Connector
This frog connector uses a revolutionary design that allows it to use an automatic clamping action that engages when it touches the anchor point.
KONG Futura Hand Ascender Right Hand
This right-hand ascender is small enough to sit comfortably in a hand allowing you grab the product as if you were grabbing the actual rope.
KONG Heavy Duty 60kN Screwgate Karabiner
This is one of the strongest connectors in the world with 60kN load being able to lift around 6 cars! You can reply on this high tensile carbon steel carabiner.
KONG Ovalone DNA Twistlock Karabiner
A special "helical-shaped" connector with a twisted carbon steel body means it is ideal when dealing with an "offset" load.
If you have any questions about our new KONG range we are more than happy to help, feel free to get in touch with our friendly team. If you need advice on which products best suit your project, contact us today.
Oh dear, can you spot the safety issue in the image above?
Your safety is important to us, which is why we stock such an extensive range of height safety equipment to help protect you and your team during various working at height jobs. Height safety equipment is something we particularly pride ourselves on, from harnesses to fall arrest blocks we can help you stay safe - There's just one catch... You need to know how to use it!
As you can see in the above image, you can have access to the most high-quality height safety equipment, but you need to know how to use it correctly and safely - in this case, knowing to attach yourself to a suitable engineered and improvised anchorage point before approaching a leading edge! As we've said, we supply a huge range of safety gear, all of which you can browse by clicking here. But in accordance with the working at height regulations 2005, you also need to ensure that anyone required to work at height is suitably trained and competent.
To be in compliance with current regulations, you must undergo appropriate height safety training to make sure you understand the risks associated with working at height and that you can have a better understanding of how to minimise the risks. We provide various a Working at Heights Course that provides all the essential knowledge and training that anyone working at height would need. We highly recommend this for those working at height and also their supervisors/managers to ensure health and safety regulations are being met.
The best advice we can give you is NOT to ignore the instruction manuals supplied with our products and follow the current regulations regarding working at height. View the HSE's guide to height safety here. Without knowing how to use the equipment properly, you are still putting yourself and others at risk.
All of our products are supplied complete with instruction manuals. These manuals can also be easily downloaded from our website, it's vital that you read the instructions carefully before using the equipment. Many of our products also have videos that give additional specific information. If a video is included you will find it on the right-hand side of the product pages. As you can see:
To see our full collection of product videos you can visit our YouTube channel.
We also have a huge range of blogs on height safety that can help you meet all the safety requirements necessary for jobs up high. Read the following blogs before working up high to ensure you don't make any silly mistakes:
Working at Heights Course from SafetyLiftinGear
Height Safety Solutions
Working at Height Risk Assessment
Working at Height Rescue Plan
Working at Heights - Regulations and Employer Responsibilities
Working at Height Safety: Questions and Answers
If you have any questions about how to use any of our safety equipment please do not hesitate to get in touch. Always remember to put your safety first and ensure you know how to use our equipment before using it! Contact us today for more information.
Designed to stop tools falling from height, our tool lanyards have proved extremely popular since we first added them to the SafetyLiftinGear website. Many people who work at height on a regular basis now use these handy safety lanyards to secure their tools and equipment to themselves, and we've got the right lanyard for just about any item- from spanners to tape measures to power drills, we've got it all covered!
Today, we're very pleased to announce a set of new additions to our lanyard range: Ergodyne all-in-one tethering kits! Available in a variety of configurations, these kits include everything you need to tether your tools and other items to your person when working at height.
Ergodyne are the manufacturers who make many of our other lanyard products, and we're thrilled to have their high-quality tethering kits in stock now too. Here's a quick run-down of what's available:
Includes single-carabiner tool lanyard, self-adhering tape and 3 detachable elastic tool tails.
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Includes wrist lanyard with buckle, plus a roll of self-adhering tape and 3 detachable elastic tool tails.
Includes a coiled lanyard plus self-adhering tape and 6 web tool tails.
Includes a detachable single-carabiner tool lanyard plus self-adhering tape and 3 swivelling tool tails.
Includes a single-carabiner tool lanyard and a power tool trap.
Includes a single-carabiner tool lanyard and a tape measure trap. (Also available with a coiled lanyard.)
Need to keep your tools safe while working at height? Click here to browse our full range of tool lanyards.
Here at SafetyLiftinGear, we understand that height safety is of the utmost importance to anyone who works at height. This is why we offer a wide range of height safety products that you can view here.
However, we also understand that the weight capacity of standard safety harness and lanyards sometimes may not be enough, and that is why we now offer 140kg harnesses, lanyards and fall arrest blocks. We aim to provide safety gear that suits a wide range of requirements so that you can always rely on us, regardless of your requirements. This new product collection accommodates those who require fall arrest equipment with an above-average weight capacity. You can browse our fantastic 140kg collection now by clicking here.
When combining our 140kg harnesses, lanyards and fall arrest blocks, you can be confident that you will be supported in the event of a fall. Our high-quality products have been designed to give you maximum protection whilst working at height. These heavy-duty fall restraint products are ideal for almost any at-height job, whether it involves roofs, cherry pickers, or scaffolding.
For any additional information about our 140kg harnesses and lanyards, or about any of our other products, please feel free to contact us today. Our expert team members are happy to advise you!
The ultimate hazard of working at height is, of course, falling. You do not have to fall from a great height to injure yourself. The severity of your injury is determined by many factors including weight, age, how you land, and the surface you fall on.
When we hear the phrase ‘working at height’ it’s common to assume this refers to working on roofs or skyscrapers, but actually, the UK Health & Safety Executive defines it as "work carried out in any place where a person could fall a distance liable to cause personal injury".
If you or someone you employ is in ANY way capable of falling from a height and sustaining an injury, you must take the proper safety precautions. When trying to determine the risks of your workplace it may be necessary to do a height risk assessment. You can read more about this here: Working at Height Risk Assessment
Regardless of the height you work at, it’s important to remember that catastrophic injuries or even death can happen from falls of only a few feet. The hazards of working at height should not be underestimated, and it’s important to provide the proper equipment to ensure safety.
While falling is most likely the most common hazard of working at height, there are others to be aware of. These include:
We provide various equipment to reduce the risk of falling such as safety harnesses, fall arrest blocks, and ladder safety kits. We also offer a working at height training course to ensure you know exactly how to keep yourself safe.
Full Range of Height Safety Equipment
If you have any further queries about how to keep you or anyone else safe from the hazards of working at height, feel free to get in touch. Our helpful team is more than happy to give you advice.
Here at SafetyLiftinGear we specialise in a whole plethora of height safety equipment, but before you get up there and start work, we understand that you're going to need to know how to use your height safety equipment properly in order to prevent any accidents or fatalities - and that's where our Working at Heights training course can help.
Our Working at Heights Course provides essential training for anyone that works at height, as well as highly recommended for supervisors, managers, the appointed personnel that have to meet health and safety duties, and business owners.
This training course is delivered by The Training Societi in partnership with us. The Training Societi are a Bristol based training consultancy that specialise in workplace health and safety, and they deliver a range of training courses - such as the course you can find in our safety training courses category.
The Working at Heights training course will take place in Bristol, and will take an entire day to complete. The course consists of the following:
The course is based around HSE guidelines; delivered by a friendly and experienced consultant in a comfortable environment; provides you with bespoke advice that meet your company's requirements; and it'll provides you with peace of mind - it keeps you, your employees and your business safe and legal. Once you have completed the course, you will be provided with a Training Societi certificate and photographic ID card with a 5 year expiry.
To book your Working at Height Training Course, please click here. To view our entire range of training courses, click here.
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