Working at Height Hierarchy of Control
Managing work at height follows a hierarchy of controls – avoid, prevent, arrest – which begins with the question – can the work be done safely from the ground? Fall arrest should only be considered as a last resort if other safety equipment cannot be used.
Working out what process or equipment you need can be difficult and sometimes confusing.
Working out what process or equipment you need can be difficult and sometimes confusing.
Where can Fall Prevent Ltd help you provide the necessary and safest form of fall protection? The easy to follow illustrations below can take some of the confusion out of your decision making.
Guard Angel provides a physical barrier for workers. This system of work allows a multiple number of workers to access the roof area.
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Weight Angel provides a restraint anchor for up to 2 workers. This system of work prevents workers from getting into a fall situation.
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Roof Angel provides a restraint anchor for up to 3 workers. This system of work prevents workers from getting into a fall situation.
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Weight Angel provides a fall arrest anchor for a single worker. As the worker can fall a shock absorbing system should be used and rescue plan implemented.
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Roof Angel provides a fall arrest anchor for up to 3 workers depending on the roof strength. As the worker can fall a shock absorbing system should be used and rescue plan implemented.
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