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.

If you work at height, whether it be once a year or multiple times a month, you have a duty to partake or provide working at height harness training. This is a legal duty under The Health and Safety at Work Act of 1974. It is essential that anyone who works from height is 'competent' in doing so.

Read on to find out more about work at height training and why it's important for the health and safety of yourself and your peers when working at height!

At Safety Harness Direct, we understand and care about your safety when working at height. If you work at height frequently, you will be well aware of the risks that come with this type of work. To give you the essential information you need to safely work at height, we have compiled all of our working at height guidance into one handy guide for your convenience.