Working at height is the biggest cause of fatal and serious injuries in the construction industry. To avoid serious accidents, appropriate working at height precautions must be taken to ensure the work is properly planned, that everyone has the right equipment and that risks are minimised as much as possible.

Whether you work at height every day or only occasionally, taking appropriate working at height precautions and minimising risk should always be your top priority.

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Never Let Go: Elevate Your Safety with Tool Lanyards

In the bustling world of construction, manufacturing, and various industrial sectors, the importance of safety cannot be overstated. One critical aspect of this is the prevention of dropped tools, which can lead to severe injuries, costly damages, and operational disruptions. Enter the unsung hero of workplace safety: tool lanyards. Among the leading brands championing this cause is Never Let Go (NLG), renowned for their innovative and robust tool lanyards designed to keep your tools secure and your workplace safer.

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Monday 13th May – Friday 17th May 2024 is No Falls Week.

Here at Safety Harness Direct, we are passionate about height safety, and we're excited to be supporting the first ever No Falls Week!

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Short Answer: There are no legal requirements for at what height a safety harness is required, but the HSE does instruct that suitable fall protection should be implemented in any work environment where there is a risk of falling from a height of 2 metres or higher. 

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Fall protection for roofers is incredibly important, because the biggest risk that roofers face is falling from height. Fortunately, there are several ways to control this risk and protect workers during roof work.

If working on a roof is unavoidable, roofers must be provided with safe access to the roof level (via ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and a safe means of working, i.e. proper fall protection equipment such as a safety harness. More...