According to the Work at Height Regulations 2005, all work at height activities should be properly planned, appropriately supervised and carried out safely to avoid accidents and injuries.

EN 795 anchor points are secure attachment points that conform to the British standard EN 795 for personal fall protection equipment.

When working outside in cold weather, it is essential that you stay warm in order to prevent serious health issues like hypothermia, frostbite and other cold-related illnesses. Staying warm also helps to maintain your body’s energy levels, improve your alertness, and reduce your risk of work errors that can lead to serious accidents and injuries on the job.

So, how can you stay warm while working outside? Keep reading to find out!

Edge protection systems exists to protect people from falling, yet falls from height still remain one of the leading causes of workplace injury and death. This can be due to a lack of edge protection.

A recent article from the HSE discusses how a worker suffered serious injuries after falling from a flat roof that did not have any edge protection. This was the second time that the sole trader in charge had failed to provide edge protection on a job.

This raises the questions we will be answering in this blog: why is edge protection so important? And what kind of edge protection systems are out there that could have prevented this accident taking place?

A confined space is an enclosed (or mostly enclosed) area that poseses a high risk of injury or death from hazardous conditions like low oxygen, toxic fumes or engulfment. While confined spaces are often small spaces, some larger areas like grain silos are also considered confined spaces as there is limited entry and exit points and a risk of serious injury or death. 

The head is one of the most vulnerable areas of the human body. Even a minor impact can lead to severe concussions and more serious blows can lead to life-altering traumatic brain injuries. This is why wearing suitable head protection is crucial for safety while working at height.

What Is WLL (Working Load Limit)?

When selecting lifting equipment for industrial operations, understanding load capacity terminology is critical for safety and regulatory compliance. Two terms you'll frequently encounter are Working Load Limit (WLL) and Safe Working Load (SWL). While these terms are often used interchangeably, modern safety standards have made important distinctions that every lifting equipment operator needs to understand.

This comprehensive guide explains what WLL and SWL mean in modern regulations, how these values are calculated, and the key differences between WLL, SWL, and Maximum Rated Capacity (MRC).

What Is SWL (Safe Working Load)?