Whilst installing a first-floor window, a worker fell from his ladder and suffered a serious leg injury. What measures could have been taken to prevent this incident from happening?
Published 10.05.2018
Whilst you know that using ladders and stepladders has not been banned, you’ve been told that staff using them must maintain “three points of contact”. What does this mean and is it really practical
to do it?
Published 11.04.2007
A property refurbishment company has been fined £1.1 million after a worker fell three metres and suffered such serious injuries that he required a major blood transfusion. What caused the accident?
Published 11.06.2020
Although the authorities have put increased resources into promoting safe working at height and how to use ladders correctly, a recent case proves that the message hasn’t got through to everyone.
What happened?
Published 25.03.2011
Debates about certain types of work at height continue to take place. Most focus on what constitutes a “short-duration” job, including whether ladders can be used. So are there any clear answers
available?
Published 09.10.2012
The HSE have decided to ban ladders. Fortunately not true, but they are having yet another campaign on working at height and in particular they are focussing on the use of ladders. What’s to know?
Published 07.11.2005
The HSE has recently issued a safety bulletin offering guidance on how, when and where to use ladders and stepladders. Is this good news for your business?
Published 19.05.2022
A recent case illustrates the very large fines which can be handed out following work at height accidents. What happened and how can you avoid finding yourself in the same position?
Published 18.02.2013
The misuse of ladders at work continues to be a source of many prosecutions. What errors are being cited in court and in what circumstances are ladders an acceptable option?
Published 21.05.2015
A manufacturing company has been fined after one of its employees fell from a damaged ladder. What should have been done to ensure that the work equipment was in good condition?
Published 07.11.2019