At Safety Harness Direct, we offer a large selection of carabiners and climbing clips for use with our harnesses. But with such a variety to choose from, it can be difficult to know which carabiner is the right choice for you.
In this blog, we will unpack the key differences between twist lock and screw lock carabiners so that you can make an informed purchasing decision.
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We use our hands for almost every task we do at work, which is why they tend to be the most susceptible area on the body for injury. In 2023, hand injuries accounted for 32% of all injuries in the workplace. In fact, the USA’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has estimated that 71% of hand injuries could have been prevented if the worker was wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), specifically safety gloves.
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Safety harnesses are typically made from either polyester or nylon webbing with alloy steel adjustment buckles. However, at Safety Harness Direct, we offer a wide selection of safety harnesses made out of a range of different materials, including specialist harnesses for working in unsafe conditions.
In this blog, we will go over the materials used in some of our safety harnesses and discuss how these materials ensure that our safety equipment is top-quality and safe for you to wear.
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Falls from height are one of the biggest causes of workplace fatalities and major injuries which is why it is vital that you protect yourself with PPE equipment.
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Following working at height safety tips can help keep you safe when working, so we've put together this list of the most important tips. For example, one tip is that we suggest you familiarise yourself with rescue procedures before you start working!
Working at height is a common requirement in the construction industry. This includes any work where you could fall from one level to another and potentially sustain an injury. Unfortunately, working at height is one of the leading causes of on-the-job injuries. This is why it's so important to follow working at height safety tips like these.
Working at height is risky even if you’re not that far off the ground. Because of this, there are lots of rules and guidelines in place to help workers stay safe while operating at height. In this blog post, you’ll find some key working at height safety tips to help you feel more confident when you’re working on a rooftop, ladder, or elevated work platform.
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