Work at Height
HSE Services
Work at height creates a hazard for both the people working and those working in the vicinity that falling objects could hit.
Hierarchy
Hence we follow a Hierarchy of Work at Height which is
- 1. Avoid Working at Height
- 2. Prevent the fall from possibly occurring
- 3. Minimize the consequences of a fall.
If Work at Height can not be avoided, our Work at Height Expert Risk Assessors shall perform
- Risk Assessment of the Work at Height
- Assess the Work at Height Structure that is used (i.e., Scaffold tower)
Assess the Quality of the Equipment being used and the appropriate use of the same (i.e., Harness)
- If necessary, will complete a Permit to Work
- Safe Systems of Work will be created and communicated to affected parties
- If necessary, the area around the work at height will be marked, and erect additional barriers as necessary
- Monitor of the area
Review the work at Height Structure as and if necessary (depending on Work at Height Duration).