For the most part, construction sites are safe environments. Yet that’s no accident. The reason many multi-year construction projects can shift tonnes of material, use hundreds of personnel, and build incredible, sizeable infrastructure without injury or worse is because of vast, complex rules and the equipment to enforce them. Without these rules, the construction…
Roof edge protection is essential when working on roofing. Working at any height can risk a person’s safety and increase the risk of falls and accidents. While the best way to eliminate falls is to eliminate the need to work at height, this isn’t always possible, especially as roofing requires you to be off the…
Maximising Safety with Edge Protection One of the most important things that you need to know when it comes to balconies and open slabs is keeping people safe. In the construction industry, safety is one of those things that you need to constantly be thinking about during projects to ensure that the end result is…
Edge protection is a vital part of safety when it comes to construction projects. From new buildings to refurbishment and everything in between, there are big risks in regard to safety. All workers deserve protection from hazards, and edges are among some of the most dangerous. Fortunately, there are various edge protection solutions any team…
Working at height always comes with one major risk – a fall. The only way to prevent this potential danger is to ensure that you have the right fall protection solutions in place. But this is not just about installing a fence or equipping your workers with a safety harness. Those basic safety measures are…
Construction is the third most deadly industry in Australia and leads to as many as 24 fatalities, and countless more injuries, each year. Construction workers who operate at heights when installing roofing supplies and other rooftop requirements are at an especially high risk of fatal falls and severe injuries due to the incorrect use of…
There is one thing that can often be overlooked when it comes to construction and maintenance projects and that is edge protection. It doesn’t matter whether you are working on a tall building. A residential property, or any sort of building that has exposed edges or some height, the right edge protection is essential as…
Working from heights, especially on roofs, can be extremely dangerous. One of the most effective solutions to reduce the risks of falls is using edge protection systems (EPS). These are barriers or guardrail systems that you can attach to the edge of a roof to prevent falls. Are you looking for a reliable temporary edge…
Advancements in Fall Protection Technology: Height Safety Innovations PPE is the final line of defence when it comes to fall protection. For this reason, companies are continually looking for ways to minimise the chances of injury by advancing height safety technology. If you want to find out more about the latest height safety innovations, then…
It’s important to remember that as a worker, you too have the responsibility for making sure you protect yourself and your working environment. Regardless of the rank you hold within the business, you want to have good knowledge of what safety features and gear should be present when working. In this guide, you’ll understand the…