How to reduce fall risks on solar roof installations
In short: Rooftop solar installations come with their fair share of fall risks, from trip hazards and complex cable routes to fragile roof materials and exposed edges. To effectively manage…
The essential access platform checklist for safe maintenance work
Key takeaways: To keep people safe during maintenance work, you need access platforms that have been correctly designed and installed to ensure compliance with The Work at Height Regulations 2005….
Non-penetrating guardrails vs fixed guardrails: which is right for your roof?
The short answer: When choosing between fixed and non-penetrating guardrails, you need to consider how your roof is accessed, how often it is used, and the level of protection you…
Which roof access system is right for your facility?
HSE data reveals that falls from height are the leading cause of fatal workplace injuries in the UK, accounting for over a quarter of fatal injuries to workers in 2024/25….
What to include in your roof safety compliance checklist
The short answer: A robust roof safety compliance checklist is essential to help you manage work at height risks, meet the UK roof safety regulations, and demonstrate due diligence. Your…
Common applications of our Katt Safety stepovers
In short: Katt Safety’s rooftop stepovers allow your engineers, maintenance teams, and contractors to move around your site safely without being exposed to avoidable slip, trip, or fall hazards. They…
A complete guide to fixed access ladder regulations in the UK
In short: The fixed access ladder regulations in the UK are intended to reduce the risk of falls from height, ensuring your ladders are safe and suitable for the task…
The hidden hazards of working around skylights
Working around skylights is far more dangerous than many facilities teams realise. The HSE consistently reports a significant number of deaths and life-changing injuries linked to fragile surfaces, with factors…
Ladder system checklist for new building projects in 2026
Key takeaways: In 2026, every design decision you make in the fixed ladder planning process should be fully compliant with BS EN ISO 14122-4:2016. Having a clear and consistent specification…
Maintenance tips to extend the life of your guardrail system
According to the HSE, roof work accounts for a quarter of all deaths in the construction industry, with falls from an unprotected edge or through fragile materials accounting for the…