{"id":56270,"date":"2019-04-30T15:25:51","date_gmt":"2019-04-30T14:25:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/?p=56270"},"modified":"2019-04-30T15:25:51","modified_gmt":"2019-04-30T14:25:51","slug":"dangers-working-height","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pbctoday.co.uk\/news\/health-safety-news\/dangers-working-height\/56270\/","title":{"rendered":"Ending the dangers of working at height"},"content":{"rendered":"

Without government intervention falls from height will continue to kill, warns Ken Diable, managing director of work at height and fall protection safety specialist Heightsafe<\/h2>\n

It is an unforgivable tragedy that construction workers are suffering death and serious injuries as a result of falls from height that could, with proactive safety planning, be avoided.<\/p>\n

From 2013-18, falls from height accounted for the majority of fatal injuries to workers<\/a> \u2013 at an average of 37 deaths every year. In construction, 47% of deaths, and 33% of injuries were as a result of a fall from height.<\/p>\n

While it may be easy to apportion blame on construction managers for a lack of proactive safety planning, this would be unfair. Individuals play a key role in mitigating risks, but there are wider cultural and regulatory issues that need to be addressed in order to stop avoidable deaths as a result of working at height.<\/p>\n

Now is the ideal time to proactively address these issues. In February, the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Working at Height released its report, Staying Alive<\/a>, and the Health & Safety Executive (HSE) is due to publish its latest 2019-20 Business Plan this quarter. Will its focus be on the biggest killer of workers in the UK?<\/p>\n

Regulation and reward for proactive planning<\/h3>\n

Unfortunately, in my experience it often takes a near-miss for organisations to invest in work at height equipment. As the APPG identified in its report, alongside a culture of complacency, some main contractors are also cost-cutting on safety equipment to undercut competitors and increase profit margins.<\/p>\n

That is why we propose making work at height equipment a legal requirement on all new buildings and redevelopment projects \u2013 with a minimum standard set in Building Regulations.<\/p>\n

Ideally, it shouldn\u2019t take regulation to convince construction leaders that safety equipment is vital. However, with a consistent flow of HSE prosecutions related to a lack of working at height equipment it seems that, unfortunately, the stick is more effective than the carrot.<\/p>\n

Any such regulation will, of course, mean additional cost for overall project budgets. To mitigate this, one option is tax relief for investing in work at height equipment. Similar to the Land Remediation Relief currently available in the asbestos industry, this new regulation would encourage a proactive approach to safety.<\/p>\n

\"WorkingOpen and accessible reporting<\/h3>\n

Humans are naturally competitive and are often most driven to improve by judging themselves against peers. There\u2019s an opportunity here to put that instinct to work.<\/p>\n

Firstly, RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases & Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) statistics should be easily accessible online for businesses in high-risk industries such as construction, alongside a certification scheme, providing proof of an organisation\u2019s accident statistics. This would provide organisations with an easy way to benchmark themselves against competitors, and provide incentives to improve.<\/p>\n

Similarly, the HSE could continually monitor and report on the health and safety performance of contractors in the same high-risk industries. Scoring against set metrics would again encourage a proactive approach to working at height safely.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s also important to note that customers have a role to play in cultural change. By making safety benchmarking easily accessible, it can become a key consideration in the choice of contractors.<\/p>\n

Proactive approach to basics can stop avoidable deaths<\/h3>\n

Whether or not we see stricter legislation around working at height, getting the basics right is vital. Remember, this isn\u2019t really about reporting or costs. It\u2019s about saving lives and preventing life-changing injuries.<\/p>\n

So let\u2019s recap the basics when planning for work at height:<\/h3>\n
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  1. Training \u2013 The Work at Height Regulations 2005 state that as an employer or dutyholder, you are required to ensure that all employees have access to work at height equipment that reflects the requirements and regulations, including training in the use of equipment.<\/li>\n
  2. Fall Protection Systems \u2013 Current health and safety legislation dictates that Fall Protection Systems should be in place when employees or contractors carry out work at height (2m or higher).<\/li>\n
  3. Safe equipment \u2013 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a vital part of protecting against the risks posed while working at height. This includes items such as safety harnesses, lanyards and karabiners \u2013 legally required when using some Personal Fall Protection Systems, such as safety lines and walkways. As an employer, it is your duty to ensure that employees are fully trained when it comes to selecting the correct PPE for the job.<\/li>\n
  4. Inspection, testing and compliance \u2013 The PUWER Regulations 1998 state that regular maintenance and testing of work at height equipment and PPE is required to remain compliant. If your systems are not visibly tagged and in compliance, it may not only invalidate your insurance but could also lead to prosecution, should an employee, contractor or even trespassers suffer injuries.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    More advice on safe working at height is available on the Heightsafe blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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     <\/p>\n

    \"WorkingKen Diable<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Managing director<\/p>\n

    Heightsafe<\/p>\n

    Tel: +44 (0)203 819 7199<\/p>\n

    info@heightsafesystems.com<\/a><\/p>\n

    www.heightsafesystems.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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