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18Aug2016

Confined Space Equipment - Secure & Easy-to-Use Solutions

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When performing work tasks or rescue operations in confined spaces, operations can be complicated by narrow exit and entry ways, making safe retrieval more difficult. Confined Spaces Regulations 1997, state that you must have sufficient precautions in place to protect your workers when performing operations in limited access areas, which makes confined space equipment an essential element for working safely and legally.

Here at SafetyLiftinGear, we provide a wide range of confined space equipment, which covers all aspects of safe rescue and retrieval operations. Here are just some of the products we provide:

Rescue Tripods

We have a great selection of rescue tripods as part of our confined space range, all of which are adjustable, secure, and easy to transport. As well single tripod systems, we also provide a choice of integrated tripods, such as tripod and winch combinations. For those who require a more versatile product, which covers an enhanced range of applications, we also provide multi-purpose tripod and gantry set-ups, which can be used for both confined space working and material lifting.

Rescue Harnesses

The use of a high-quality safety harness is a vital element of confined space rescue, and should provide both security and comfort. At SafetyLiftinGear, we stock a specially designed safety harness that is designed to compliment our range of confined space rescue equipment. It has a variety of anchor points for versatile attachment, and also comes in a choice of sizes for an accurate fit.

Confined Space Kits

For those who require a complete confined space rescue system, we provide a choice of confined space kits, which contain a variety of items from our full range. These kits contain rescue and recovery devices which cover all aspects of confined space safety, allowing you to act efficiently in the event of an emergency. As well as larger items such as our tripod and winch systems, these kits also contain personal safety equipment, such as breathing apparatus gas detectors.

To see our full range of confined space equipment, click here. If you have any questions regarding our items, or if you are unsure as to what kind of set up would suit your operations, please feel free to get in touch.

28Jul2016

Official CM Yale Distributors - Browse Our Range!

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At SafetyLiftinGear, we are committed to delivering the very best levels of quality and reliability to our customers, which is why we stock some of the most well-known and trusted brands in the industry. One of the most recognisable of these is CM Yale, and we are proud to say that we are an official distributor of their products, supplying a vast selection both to hire or purchase.

To give you a better idea of the product variety in our Yale Selection, here's a closer look at some of the products:

Cable Grips

We stock a selection of Yale cable grips on SafetyLiftinGear, which are available to suit a range of cable sizes. Ideal for use with wire ropes, cables and metal rods, the cable grip jaws provide a firm, non-slip grip, while protecting the wire from damage. To improve functionality, it also comes with a spring-loaded guide to stop the grip from dropping off the wire, while preventing jamming with an instant release.

YaleLift 360º Hand Chainblocks

These revolutionary chainblocks are also part of our range, and come in a selection of weight specifications. The 360 degree hand chain guide makes this product unique, facilitating easy operation from almost any position, even in difficult conditions such as confined spaces.

Yale D85 Leverhoists

The D85 Leverhoists are a classic Yale product, and surpasses any cheap imitations that may be found on the market. Providing a high level of durability, the leverhoist is designed specifically for heavy duty applications, and is suitable for using in a variety of industries, from shipbuilding to construction and more!

3 Phase Electric Chain Hoists

The modern design and technical innovation of this electric chain hoist, makes it one of the best products of its kind on the market. Providing robust construction and all-important versatility, the chain hoists in the Yale range are an ideal choice for tackling industrial applications, and have an extended working life span thanks to the upper and lower limit switches.

3 Phase Electric Hoists w. Powered Trolley

We also supply electric chain hoists with the addition of powered trolleys, which also come in a choice of weight specifications. Like the standard chain hoist range, it is designed to provide excellent functionality, while also possessing a range of safety features for safe operation.

To browse our full range of CM Yale products, click here!

28Jul2016

Official CM Yale Distributors - Browse Our Range!

robin products

At SafetyLiftinGear, we are committed to delivering the very best levels of quality and reliability to our customers, which is why we stock some of the most well-known and trusted brands in the industry. One of the most recognisable of these is CM Yale, and we are proud to say that we are an official distributor of their products, supplying a vast selection to both hire or purchase.

To give you a better idea of the Yale lifting products in our selection, here's a closer look at what you can find:

Cable Grips

We stock a selection of Yale cable grips on SafetyLiftinGear, which are available to suit a range of cable sizes. Ideal for use with wire ropes, cables and metal rods, the cable grip jaws provide a firm, non-slip grip while protecting the wire from damage. To improve functionality, it also comes with a spring-loaded guide to stop the grip from dropping off the wire, while preventing jamming with an instant release.

YaleLift 360º Hand Chainblocks

These revolutionary chainblocks are also part of our range and come in a selection of weight specifications. The 360-degree hand chain guide makes this Yale lifting product unique, facilitating easy operation from almost any position, even in difficult conditions such as confined spaces.

Yale D85 Leverhoists

The D85 Leverhoists are a classic piece of Yale lifting equipment and surpass any cheap imitations that may be found on the market. Providing a high level of durability, the leverhoist is designed specifically for heavy-duty applications, and is suitable for use in a variety of industries, from shipbuilding to construction and more!

3 Phase Electric Chain Hoists

The modern design and technical innovation of this electric chain hoist make it one of the best products of its kind on the market. Providing robust construction and all-important versatility, the chain hoists in the Yale range are an ideal choice for tackling industrial applications and have an extended working life span thanks to the upper and lower limit switches.

3 Phase Electric Hoists w. Powered Trolley

We also supply electric chain hoists with the addition of powered trolleys, which also come in a choice of weight specifications. Like the standard chain hoist range, it is designed to provide excellent functionality, while also possessing a range of safety features for safe operation.

Click below to browse our full range of CM Yale lifting products!

CM Yale Lifting Equipment >

SLG are proud to be official CM Yale distributors and hope that their range of lifting products help to make your lifting tasks and applications safer and more efficient.

If you require more information on any of these Yale lifting products, please do not hesitate to get in touch with a member of the SafetyLiftinGear team today!

22Jul2016

Failure to use Fall Arrest Systems Leads to Another Fatality and Conviction

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A few days ago, SHP published a court review, regarding the recent sentencing of a negligent site manager. This case related to a fatality which occurred in January last year, where 40 year old window fitter Tasadaq Ur-Rehman fell through a skylight, suffering serious head injuries.

On investigation, it was revealed that site manager Faruk Patel had completely neglected height safety procedures, and had continued to do so even after the fatality took place. Although HSE had issued a prohibition for work at height to be suspended, they later found evidence that it had continued under the disregardful management of Mr Patel.

During the investigation, it soon became clear that the manager's neglectful attitude to safety extended beyond the events which led to his worker's death, and included:

A failure to provide scaffolding and proper fall arrest systems for the job being undertaken.
Overseeing an unsafe working environment where suitable handling equipment was not being used, and the existing equipment was being misused, and had not been secured properly.
A failure to follow the most basic of health and safety measures, such as providing suitable PPE, making potential hazards clear with safety signs, and ensuring that a member of the team was first aid qualified.

As a result, Mr Patel was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for manslaughter by gross negligence, as well as eight months for health and safety offences, which seems like something of a small price to pay in relation to the needless loss of life caused by his lack of care. The aspect which most shocks us about this case, is the sheer scale of his indifference and incompetence, which makes it something of a miracle that no further injuries or fatalities were caused.

Another baffling yet all-too familiar aspect of this case, was the manager's ignorant and misinformed view of his responsibility, as Mr Patel openly expressed his opinion that each individual was responsible for their own safety. While it may be true that a safe workplace requires it's workers to employ safe working practices, it is first and foremost, the responsibility of those in charge to provide them with the tools to do this. Mr Patel was responsible for providing his workers with the training, knowledge and equipment needed to work safely, but it's startlingly clear that he failed miserably on all counts.

If you're an employer/manager who one day finds themselves in a similar situation, your ignorance will not provide you with a valid excuse, and will not pardon your actions (or lack of). If you oversee operations at height, you have a duty to provide fall arrest systems and personal protective equipment for your workers, in order to eliminate the potential dangers posed by working at height. If you aren't sure about what your operation needs, then make sure that you reach out to the professionals for advice, as there is no doubt that you will be held accountable if and when something goes wrong.

If you need advice on choosing the correct fall arrest equipment, please get in touch with the SafetyLiftinGear team, so that we are able to help you avoid choosing the wrong product, or failing to prepare for the demands of your job!

22Jul2016

Failure to use Fall Arrest Systems Leads to Another Fatality and Conviction

robin health & safety

A few days ago, SHP published a court review, regarding the recent sentencing of a negligent site manager. This case related to a fatality which occurred in January last year, where 40 year old window fitter Tasadaq Ur-Rehman fell through a skylight, suffering serious head injuries.

On investigation, it was revealed that site manager Faruk Patel had completely neglected height safety procedures, and had continued to do so even after the fatality took place. Although HSE had issued a prohibition for work at height to be suspended, they later found evidence that it had continued under the disregardful management of Mr Patel.

During the investigation, it soon became clear that the manager's neglectful attitude to safety extended beyond the events which led to his worker's death, and included:

A failure to provide scaffolding and proper fall arrest systems for the job being undertaken.
Overseeing an unsafe working environment where suitable handling equipment was not being used, and the existing equipment was being misused, and had not been secured properly.
A failure to follow the most basic of health and safety measures, such as providing suitable PPE, making potential hazards clear with safety signs, and ensuring that a member of the team was first aid qualified.

As a result, Mr Patel was sentenced to two and a half years in prison for manslaughter by gross negligence, as well as eight months for health and safety offences, which seems like something of a small price to pay in relation to the needless loss of life caused by his lack of care. The aspect which most shocks us about this case, is the sheer scale of his indifference and incompetence, which makes it something of a miracle that no further injuries or fatalities were caused.

Another baffling yet all-too familiar aspect of this case, was the manager's ignorant and misinformed view of his responsibility, as Mr Patel openly expressed his opinion that each individual was responsible for their own safety. While it may be true that a safe workplace requires it's workers to employ safe working practices, it is first and foremost, the responsibility of those in charge to provide them with the tools to do this. Mr Patel was responsible for providing his workers with the training, knowledge and equipment needed to work safely, but it's startlingly clear that he failed miserably on all counts.

If you're an employer/manager who one day finds themselves in a similar situation, your ignorance will not provide you with a valid excuse, and will not pardon your actions (or lack of). If you oversee operations at height, you have a duty to provide fall arrest systems and personal protective equipment for your workers, in order to eliminate the potential dangers posed by working at height. If you aren't sure about what your operation needs, then make sure that you reach out to the professionals for advice, as there is no doubt that you will be held accountable if and when something goes wrong.

If you need advice on choosing the correct fall arrest equipment, please get in touch with the SafetyLiftinGear team, so that we are able to help you avoid choosing the wrong product, or failing to prepare for the demands of your job!

20Jul2016

There's Still Time to Buy or Hire Your Festival Cart!

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Glastonbury may well seem like a dim and distant memory, but we're still busy sending out our festival carts here at SafetyLiftinGear!

As the seasoned festival-goers amongst you will know, there are still lots of big-name festivals to be held over the coming weeks, which is why our range of festival carts and trolleys remains very much in demand. With festivals popping up left right and center these days, the UK calendar in now packed right up until September, which means that we have to make sure we're stocked up on our festival essentials all the way through the summer.

While we may be experiencing a rare patch of blistering heat and sunshine at the moment, that certainly wasn't the case a few weeks ago. As you can probably see from the photo above, our festival cart range came in very handy for festival attendees who came up against the mud this summer.

While we'd like to see the sunshine stick around for a few weeks, the realist in us tells us that we may not see this kind of weather for long. That being said, if you're heading to one of the many UK festivals over the coming weeks, you'll want to make sure that you're well-prepared for facing the field - whatever the weather!

Festival carts are one item that will definitely make your life easier this festival season; whatever the weather! As long as you pick one that's strong ans easy to use (like the ones in our range), you can wave goodbye to the struggle of lugging heavy bags to and from camp. Carts also come in very handy for family festivals, as they provide a great way to keep your worn-out little ones in tow without much effort.

Whatever you're carrying with you this festival season, whether it's camping gear, beers, or small humans; we have the perfect festival cart to suit your needs!

Upcoming UK Festivals | Summer 2016

WOMAD - 28th - 31st of July

Camp Bestival - 28th - 31st of July

Livestock - 29th - 31 of July

BoomTown Fair - 11th - 14th August

Down to the Woods - 13th - 14th August

Green Man - 18th - 21st August

Leeds Festival - 25th - 28th August

Reading - 26th - 28th August

Creamfields - 26th - 28th August

Bestival - 8th-11th September

+loads more!

To hire or purchase your very own festival cart, click here, and browse our full range!

13Jul2016

Our Southampton Depot is Now Open!

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If you live or work in Southampton or the surrounding area, you'll be pleased to know that this is our newest depot location!

Whether you own a local business that requires lifting and material handling gear, or if you're carrying out temporary operations in the area, which calls for the use of locally hired equipment, we have everything you could possibly need - all stored in a convenient location at great prices! Whatever the demands of your job may be, big or small, our friendly team will be able to find the deal that's best for you.

Best of all, our new Southampton location will also be part of our convenient click and collect system, which means that you'll be able to order all your required items online, to be picked up from your nearest depot.

Some of the equipment we supply includes:

Height Safety

*Harnesses

*Fall Arrest Blocks

*Roof Anchor Systems

Lifting and Rigging

*Chainblocks

*Leverhoists

*Webbing Slings

Material Handling

*Pallet Trucks

*Platform Tables

Sack Trucks

and more!

If you're looking to buy or hire our high-quality site equipment in Southampton, you can get in touch by calling 0800 860 69 69. If you'd like to visit our depot, you can find us here:

Unit 4 Southampton Trade Park,

Third Avenue,

Southampton

SO15 OAD