Effective height safety means designing for dummies
When it comes to working at heights, simplicity equals safety. It's easy to be seduced by high-tech harnesses but the acid test for your height safety equipment is whether it can be used by anybody.
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Model OH&S laws – what it means for height safety
New draft regulations and a model Code of Practice for How to Prevent Falls at Workplaces are on the table. Height safety specialist Carl Sachs of Workplace Access & Safety outlines what you can expect to change, the implications for workplaces and how to prepare for a new era in safe work at heights.
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Ladders, steps and stairs. What to use and when
Ladders are pretty straightforward, right? Think again. The Australian Standard AS1657-1992 is very specific in defining platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders. Unfortunately, far too many buildings have the wrong ladder in the wrong place, exposing their owners to court action in the event of a tragic fall....
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How often must I inspect my anchors and static lines?
Anchor points and static lines for working at heights need to be inspected at regular intervals. Although the frequency of inspection is addressed by state legislation, it can be confusing. There are difference from state to state and the legislation sometimes seems contradictory. The health and safety legislation in each state will be superseded by a...
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