Who are Boscaro Italy?

If you didn’t already know, Boscaro Italy are an established and dynamic Italian firm who specialise in the design, manufacturing and marketing of construction equipment. With nearly 40 years of experience, over 200 products within their catalogue and supply reaching 30+ European countries, Boscaro have cemented their place as one of the leading manufacturers of building construction equipment in the world. Their products range from concrete buckets, to self-dumping bins and crane forks, all of which are designed and manufactured to the highest levels of quality and standards. If you are interested in learning more about Boscaro or to view the products that they offer, please visit their site here.

SLG & Boscaro

As you can see, Boscaro are a serious player within the construction equipment industry so there is no surprise that many of their products are used by people and companies from all over the world, including here in Britain. What people may not know however is that SafetyLiftinGear are the only UK distributor for Boscaro products, where we provide fast moving spares and parts for their products as well as the products themselves. So, if you are looking to purchase some of Boscaro’s products or you already use Boscaro’s products and are in need of replacement parts, then we are the company in the UK for you! We supply a range of Boscaro products right here on our website including Kerb Lifters & Slab Grabs, Hoist Tipping Buckets and Crane Forks to name just a few, all available to both purchase or hire.

Finding your Boscaro Products and Replacements

Like many people within the UK, you may not have known that we supply both Boscaro products and spare parts. The good news is that now you do! If you are looking to purchase or hire a product, you can view our full range of Boscaro products here, however, due to SLG not predominantly being a spares and parts business, viewing such is not available. Do not get disheartened however, if you require a specific spare part, do not hesitate to give us a call on 0808 123 69 69 or email us at sales@safetyliftingear.com where our sales team will be more than happy to assist you in finding what you need.

Fall restraint and fall arrest are not the same thing. It's important to understand the difference between fall restraint gear and fall arrest gear so that you can make sure you're using the right type of safety equipment when working at height.

Here's the difference in a nutshell:

Fall restraint equipment keeps you away from places where falls might occur. Fall arrest equipment stops you mid-fall, before you hit the ground.

Generally speaking, it's better to prevent falls from happening in the first place (e.g. by using a fall restraint system) than to rely solely on a fall arrest system for protection. Here's what the law says:

• You should avoid working at height entirely where possible.
  
  
• Where work at height cannot be avoided, you must take steps to prevent falls from happening. This could mean installing sturdy edge protection barriers, or equipping each worker with a safety harness and restraint lanyard (attached to a secure anchor point) to keep them from reaching an unguarded edge.
  
  
• If the risk of falling cannot be completely eliminating, use a fall arrest system to limit the distance and consequences of a fall. This option should always be the last resort. Bear in mind that you will also need a rescue plan in place to ensure that workers who fall are not left suspended in mid-air for an extended period of time (as this can lead to suspension trauma).

For a quick overview of the difference between fall arrest gear and fall restraint gear, watch this short video explainer:

Fall Restraint

What are fall restraints?

Fall restraints prevent the worker from being able to reach fall hazards in the first place. Fall restraint systems normally includes a fixed-length lanyard connected to a suitable anchorage point at one end and the worker's safety harness at the other. The length of the lanyard is adjusted to prevent the worker from being able to reach a fall hazard. Fall restraint systems are also referred to as work restraint or simply restraint systems.

When to use fall restraint equipment

A fall restraint system should always be considered before a fall arrest system (in accordance with the current UK working at height regulations) since fall restraints prevent falls from happening at all. A fall restraint system might also be considered where limited ground clearance is available below the work area. Restraint equipment typically requires less intervention from the worker as they're able to work continuously at a fixed distance from the anchorage point.

Fall restraints are also typically more cost-effective than fall arrest systems due to the fact that shock absorbers are not necessary, and you're not required to have a rescue plan in place for the duration of the work as there should be zero chance of the worker falling or being suspended in their harness.

Fall Arrest

What does 'fall arrest' mean?

A fall arrest system provides maximum freedom of movement for the worker - however, in doing so, it also enables the worker to reach a position where an accidental fall could occur. In the event of a fall, the fall arrest system ensures the worker will be caught before descending. Fall arrest equipment must be selected and positioned to limit the distance and consequences of the fall.

When using a fall arrest system, you will need to utilise a fall arrest harness and an appropriate lanyard. Fall arrest harnesses decelerate the momentum of a fall by absorbing the kinetic energy. Fall arrest harnesses are ergonomically designed to provide utmost comfort, both while working at height and in the event of a fall.

When using fall arrest systems, it's essential that you always use the correct equipment. Click the links below to browse the wide range of fall arrest anchors and fall arrest blocks available from SafetyLiftinGear.

Fall Arrest Anchors   Fall Arrest Blocks

IMPORTANT: When choosing a fall arrest harness, you must ensure that it is fit for purpose. A fall protection harness that's designed to restrain the worker may not be able to safely halt a worker who has fallen from height. Choose a harness that's specifically designed to be used as part of a fall arrest system.

When to use a fall arrest system

A fall arrest system should be used where it is not possible to restrict the worker from reaching a fall hazard. Fall arrest systems would typically be used when work needs to be completed on fragile surfaces, or when the worker is required to work over the leading edge of a fall hazard. If a worker is able to reach a fall hazard, fall arrest equipment (e.g. a fall arrest harness) must be used. Following a fall, consideration must be given to the rescue of the worker - leaving the worker suspended in the air for an extended period of time can result in suspension trauma.

Rescue Equipment

The law states that, when planning work at height, consideration must be given to a full and comprehensive rescue plan. The rescue plan is intended to reduce the risks associated with the worker being suspended after a fall has occurred, and must ensure that the rescue is completed in a prompt and safe manner.

There are several methods of rescue available that are specific to the work environment and location of a fall. Here at SafetyLiftinGear, we offer variety of emergency rescue systems to allow the fast and efficient rescue of a suspended worker.

Click the button below to explore our full range of fall arrest and fall restraint equipment...

Fall Protection Equipment

...and if you have any questions about our fall protection systems, don't hesitate to contact SafetyLiftinGear today.

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