
Managing the hidden risks of winter height access
In short: Winter makes working at height much riskier. The frost, ice, wind, cold temperatures, and lack of daylight can make routine maintenance tasks more dangerous, and greatly increase the
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In short: Winter makes working at height much riskier. The frost, ice, wind, cold temperatures, and lack of daylight can make routine maintenance tasks more dangerous, and greatly increase the

Key takeaways: Work at height in cold storage facilities brings the usual fall risks, with the added complications of frost, condensation, and corrosion. Ice and moisture can quickly reduce grip

Key takeaways: You are legally required to conduct a rooftop risk assessment before any work at height begins. This process must align with The Work at Height Regulations 2005. The

Key takeaways: Cold winter temperatures and harsh weather conditions put extra strain on every ladder, guardrail, and walkway that your team relies on for roof access. The presence of wind,

Key takeaways: As the roofing contractor, you are responsible for preventing falls from height under The Work at Height Regulations 2005. You should always prioritise collective edge protection, such as

The short answer: BS EN ISO 14122-4:2016 is the standard governing fixed ladders that provide permanent access to machinery and industrial plant. If your ladder’s overall fall height is 3m

The short answer: When choosing a ladder landing platform, you need to take these two things into account: the pitch of your roof, and any protection that’s already in place

In short: A modular access system is a prefabricated stair, platform, and walkway structure that can be bolted together on-site. When specifying a modular access system, you need to consider

Key takeaways: If your fixed ladder doesn’t have a lock, gate, or guard on it, then in theory anyone can climb it. That could mean that a curious member of

Key takeaways: Cold stores and food manufacturing sites combine the usual work-at-height risks with condensation, ice, washdown chemicals, and strict hygiene rules. Galvanised steel access equipment isn’t fit for purpose