Working at height is a pretty risky business, so it's essential to make sure that you always have the right equipment for the job. However, if you'll only need the gear temporarily, consider working at height equipment hire.

If you fall into the category of those who only need working at height safety equipment on a temporary basis, you may be interested in finding out more about SafetyLiftinGear's working at height equipment hire service. Our equipment hire is affordable, convenient, and quick!

When working at height is just an occasional thing, it can be hard to justify purchasing a load of equipment that's only going to lie around and take up space once you've finished with it. Our working at height equipment hire service is the solution.

There are such a wide variety of safety lanyards available, each with different pros, cons, and suitability for different situations. With such a wide variety of lanyards available, where do you start when trying to select the right lanyard for your work environment?

Well, you start right here! We’re going to be looking at a wide range of different lanyards, and giving a quick overview on how they work and what purposes they’re suitable for. This should help give a better understanding as to which lanyards are the best option for you.

When working at height, it's important to ensure that your tools - and any other items you have on your person - cannot fall to the ground. Even small objects like bolts and screws can be very dangerous when dropped from a great height.

If you carry your equipment in a work bag, that bag must be properly topped to stop its contents from falling out. (We discussed this previously in our blog about The Three Ts of Height Safety.)

To help you prevent accidents while working at height, we've added a range of secure storage bags to the SafetyLiftinGear website. These bags are available to order now, and all of them are specifically designed to prevent tools and equipment from falling out - even if the bag is turned upside down.

Tool Bags

These tool bags can be attached to your belt or safety harness while working at height. They're perfect for keeping tools safe - store your tools inside the bag or use the attachment points on the outside so you don't have to rummage around in the middle of a job.

Available in three different sizes:

• 7.5 litre tool bag
• 9 litre tool bag
• 17 litre tool bag

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Storage Bags

These extra-large storage bags are ideal for storing PPE, climbing rope and other important hardware. The bags are waterproof and the fold-over lid helps to keep your kit from falling out.

Three sizes available:

• 20 litre storage bag
• 40 litre storage bag
• 60 litre storage bag

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Need anything else? We have an enormous range of height safety products available to buy or hire - whatever you need to work safely at height, we can provide it. Contact SafetyLiftinGear today to discuss your requirements.

For this month only, we've lowered the price of our IM200 Roof Anchor. This portable deadweight anchor device can be used by two people at once - it's ideal for preventing falls while working at height.

This type of anchor device is especially useful when you're working on a flat roof with no suitable anchor points.

Order now and save more than £100!

The IM200 roof anchor usually costs £935.90 (plus VAT) - but until the end of August, we're offering it at the discounted price of just £833.32 (plus VAT). That's a saving of £102.58, or approximately 11% off!

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Two-man roof anchor: product specifications

• Includes 12 rubber weights (each one weighs 30kg)
• Total weight: 360kg (12 x 30kg weights)
• Suitable for up to 2 users at a time
• Frame is made of galvanised steel
• Conforms to BS EN 795 standards

This special offer will last for one month only - so order your IM200 roof anchor now to get it at the special discounted price!

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We are pleased to announce that we have added a selection of new KRATOS products to our Height Safety range, just in time for the Easter weekend.

These products are manufactured to the highest standard by KRATOS, a trusted safety brand based in France. All of these items are available to order from stock.

50cm Toggle Anchor

The FA6001901 Toggle Anchor is specifically designed for quick installation on horizontal steel surfaces. Open or lock the anchor at the touch of a button. (A hole of 21-30mm is required for installation.)

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Fly'In 1 Harness

This luxury full-body harness offers superb comfort and shock absorption. The shoulder straps, thigh straps and waist belt can be adjusted to fit your body, and 2 tool holder loops are included at the back of the harness.

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20m Horizontal Temporary Lifeline

The FA6000700 temporary lifeline from KRATOS is made of high-quality 30mm polyester webbing. The product's length can be adjusted from 2 to 20 metres. Ideal for securing yourself to a structure or anchor point while working at height.

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MOVE 3 Elasticated Scaffold Harness

This scaffold harness uses elasticated webbing for extra comfort and flexibility. With adjustable shoulder and thigh straps - and steel buckles to keep your adjustments in place - the MOVE 3 harness allows you to work both safely and comfortably.

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If you have any questions about our range of KRATOS height safety products, please don't hesitate to contact the SafetyLiftinGear team - we are always happy to help!

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A high school in Southport, Merseyside received a hefty fine last month after a worker fell off a roof and sustained multiple fractures.

The incident in question occurred in 2018. According to shponline.co.uk, the man was getting some footballs down from the roof of the school's sixth form centre when he lost his footing and fell more than 3 metres before hitting the ground.

A HSE investigation found that there were no fall protection measures in place to prevent an incident like this. An edge protection system or anchor point could have kept the worker from falling off the roof, but no such precautions had been taken, and so the governing body of Christ the King Catholic High School and Sixth Form Centre were fined £10,000 and ordered to pay costs of £5,851.50.

Falls from height are among the most common causes of injury and death in the workplace. Employers must ensure that appropriate safety measures are in place before allowing staff to work at height.

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We have a wide range of high-quality carabiners and hooks available here at SafetyLiftinGear.com, and if properly looked after, these products will remain safe to use for a long time.

To keep your carabiners in good working order, follow these steps:

Wash your carabiners frequently.

Use lukewarm tap water (roughly 30°C) and pH neutral washing-up liquid or detergent. Regular cleaning removes dirt and grime that might prevent your carabiners from closing properly or otherwise impede their correct operation. After washing, rinse each carabiner off and leave to dry thoroughly in a dry, well-ventilated area that's out of direct sunlight. (Heat, humidity and sunlight can reduce the working life of your carabiners.) Do not put your carabiners in a washing machine or tumble dryer.

Lubricate the moving parts.

Lubricating the internal mechanisms of each carabiner will keep the product working smoothly. Use a silicone-based oil and avoid products that contain sulphur. Dry any excess oil with a cloth or paper towel, then open and close the carabiner a few times to make sure it is entirely lubricated.

Inspect your carabiners periodically.

Periodic inspection ensures that your carabiners are still in good working order and safe to use. Compose a formal maintenance and inspection schedule to make sure the carabiners are not falling into disrepair.

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