Work at Height FAQs

Work at Height FAQs In this infographic we take a look at some of the most commonly asked questions about working at heights . A FAQs Q What actions do I need to take to comply with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 ? Q A eurosafesolutions® O A A Those with duties under the Regulations must ensure that : all work at height is properly planned and organised those involved in work at height are competent the risks from work at height are assessed , and appropriate work equipment is selected and used the risks of working on or near fragile surfaces are properly managed the equipment used for work at height is properly inspected and maintained eurosafesolutions.co.uk For managing work at height and selecting the most appropriate equipment , dutyholders must : avoid work at height where possible , for example doing the work from ground level using extending equipment use work equipment or other measures to prevent falls , where work at height cannot be avoided , for example cherry pickers or scaffolding use work equipment or other measures to minimise the distance and consequences of potential falls , where the risk cannot be eliminated , for example nets or bean bags $ What constitutes as short duration work ? Short duration work means tasks that are measured in minutes rather than hours ( e.g. replacing a few of broken tiles on a roof or adjusting a television aerial ) . Is a rescue plan necessary when working at height ? Yes . The law requires that when you work at height , you also plan for emergencies and rescue . These arrangements should not rely on the fire brigade as this may result in a delay which may be critical . Rescue kits are available and suppliers can provide training in their use so that in - house equipment and expertise can be provided . Can I work on a fragile roof ? Where possible you should avoid working on a fragile roof by doing the following : H work from underneath the roof using a suitable work platform where this is not possible , use a mobile elevating work platform that allows people to work from within the basket without having to stand on the roof . T If access onto the fragile roof cannot be avoided , perimeter edge protection should be installed and staging used to spread the load . Unless all the work and access is on staging or platforms that are fitted with guardrails then safety nets should be installed underneath the roof or a harness system used . balustrades / Where harness are used , they need adequate anchorage points . They also rely on discipline , training and supervision to make sure that they are used consistently and correctly . eurosafesolutions For more information on roof guardrails and the roof edge protection services that Eurosafe Solutions offer please visit : www.eurosafesolutions.co.uk/solution/guardrails-barriers eurosafesolutions.co.uk Sheffield , UK Unit 51b Dorehouse Ind Est Orgreave Drive Sheffield , S13 9NR 0114 250 7411 E [email protected]