Safe walkway design for data centres: preventing falls in high-risk technical spaces
Key takeaways: Data centre walkway safety is all about managing how your operatives move through these complex, high-risk environments. If your walkways are poorly designed, hazards such as cable trenches,…
What every facilities manager must know about skylight fall protection in 2026
Key takeaways: Skylights are one of the easiest risks to overlook, but they’re actually a leading cause of serious falls during routine roof work. In 2026, expectations around rooftop safety…
5 signs you need to upgrade your roof guardrails
In short: What should you look for in a roof guardrail inspection? If your guardrails are visibly damaged, corroded, or are unstable, these are clear warning signs that the system…
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…