men with hard hats working at height

If you frequently work at height, then you will understand the undeniable importance of wearing a hard hat. Due to the high-risk activity involved in construction work, accidents can happen when you least expect it. To keep yourself and the people around you safe, you do need to wear a hard hat when working at height as a precautionary measure.

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do you have to wear a safety harness on scaffolding

When you're working on scaffolding it's important you wear appropriate PPE to keep yourself and others safe. But do you have to wear a safety harness on scaffolding? Today we're going to answer the question - do you have to wear a safety harness on scaffolding? so that you can make sure you're working safely at all times. 

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what is an anchor point

When you're creating a fall protection system to assist you while you're working at height, it's paramount that you include an anchor & select a suitable anchor point. An anchor is a device that connects you to the surface you are working on, while an anchor point is a place on the wall, ceiling, or scaffold where you'll install your anchors to support you & your fall arrest system. 

Before you start any work at height, you should plot your anchor points and install anchors as necessary. Always check that existing anchors and anchor points are secure and appropriate for the task at hand. If in doubt, seek the help of a colleague or health and safety professional. 

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how to stop tools falling from height

When you're working at height, you have to be conscious of falling objects and the impact they can have on the people below you. While dropping a screwdriver at ground level might seem insignificant, dropping the same tool from a great height could lead to serious (potentially even fatal) injuries. Luckily there are things you can do to stop tools from falling from height. 

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how does a safety harness work

If you've ever worked at height before, you'll know that safety harnesses are a very important piece of safety equipment - but how do they actually work? What's the science behind safety harnesses and how do they keep you safe?

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