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Supplying the Best Equipment and the Most Comprehensive Training to Ensure the Safety of Your Workers

admin — Mon, 07 May 2012 09:11:53 +0000

Every worker has the right to carry out their duties in an environment that is safe. Be it in construction, window cleaning, tree surgery, or any other industry where employees operate in an elevated environment, the consequences of a simple trip or slip are much more severe than they would be back on ground level. At Fall Arrest, we understand that no company wants to compromise the wellbeing of their workforce, which is why our key objective is to work with businesses to prevent serious and fatal injuries that can result from falling from a height. Height safety training is an essential first step where this is concerned, and with our training, workers will learn how to properly use the personal protective equipment that they should also be issued with, and that we can supply. Those who undertake the course will be taught the fundamental rules of height safety and procedure, gaining an industry-standard qualification upon successful completion. We offer consultancy and support to ensure that each business we work with is well-equipped with all the very best and most suitable equipment for each unique working environment. This, along with the height safety courses that we run, enables workers to take responsibility for their own immediate safety, meaning employers can have confidence every time they take on a job. To discover how we can help you create a safe working environment for all of your employees, explore the services we offer on our website or give our friendly staff a call.

Effective Height Safety Measures and Comprehensive Training

admin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 09:00:52 +0000

Unfortunately, there is always an element of risk involved when working at height. Thankfully, the level of risk faced by aerial workers can be lessened considerably by utilising effective height safety measures and making provision for comprehensive height safety training.

As well as reducing the risk of a serious or even fatal injury occurring; effective apparatus and comprehensive training can also help to ensure companies and organisations will not have to deal with the inevitable legal battles and reputational damage that a major incident would most likely cause.

Here at FallArrest, we know better than most just how integral height safety measures and safety training can be. Indeed, that is why we only offer harnesses, anchors, lanyards & inertia reels of the very highest quality and deliver training courses that are guaranteed to have an immediate and lasting impact.

By investing in our high-quality products and making the most of our invaluable training courses, companies and organisations of all kinds can help to reduce the risks which their aerial workers face and decrease the likelihood of height-related accidents from occurring on their premises. This will not only help individual operatives to remain safe and well but also ensure that companies will not have to face any of the potentially ruinous repercussions that could follow a severe or fatal height-related injury.

Explore our web pages further or call us now on 0845 6012152 to find out more about our effective height safety measures and comprehensive training courses.

Highly Effective Height Safety Measures

admin — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:00:55 +0000

Any task can be made infinitely more dangerous when height is involved. For example, washing windows at ground level is perfectly safe; however, do the same task five stories up and it suddenly becomes far more dangerous. Therefore, it is absolutely essential that professionals who work at height are able to carry out their occupational tasks with height safety measuress that will provide them with a high degree of pro-active safety as well as comprehensive fall protection.

Here at FallArrest, we provide market leading height safety equipment and fall protection apparatus that can enable aerial workers to enjoy the highest levels of safety throughout a wide range of elevated working scenarios.

Our height safety apparatus can be successfully applied to a wide range of industries. Indeed sectors as varied as domestic and industrial construction, mining, military, maintenance, arbour, utility services as well as rescue and emergency services can all benefit greatly from our versatile height safety measures.

Naturally, all of the measures we provide are rigorously tested to ensure they meet strict UK health and safety standards. Therefore, any company, organisation or professional individual that buys our harnesses, anchors, lanyards & inertia reels and associated products can rest assured that their products will perform to the very highest standards, regardless of the type of environments or structures they will be used in.

Call us now on 0845 6012152 to find out more about our highly-effective height safety measures or enquire about our invaluable height safety courses.

The Importance of being Correctly Equipped when Working at Height

admin — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:00:35 +0000

It should go without saying that people who work at height must be correctly equipped. Indeed, the risks involved when working at even a relatively modest height are significant, so professional aerial workers must have everything they need to remain safe and secure whilst they carry out their tasks.

Here at FallArrest, we specialise in providing the very best height safety measures and personal protective equipment available. Our products are designed and manufactured to the highest possible standards and comply fully with all relevant Health & Safety regulations. As well as offering industry leading variants of fall arrest harnesses, lanyards and inertia reels, we also provide the very best selection of belts, restraints and anchors available.

In addition to providing innovative height safety measures of the highest order, we are also able to deliver a wide range of invaluable height safety courses. These informal yet informative courses can help to give anyone involved with working at height a much greater understanding of the various aspects involved with aerial working. Indeed, our courses cover everything from current Health and Safety legislation to knowing how to use a harness properly and pull no punches in getting across the message of just how vital effective height safety can be.

To find out more about our height safety solutions and view our high quality apparatus in greater detail, explore our pages further or speak to one of our friendly customer service advisors by calling 0845 6012152.

Height Safety Solutions of the Highest Standards

admin — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 09:00:47 +0000

Unlike in years gone by, the range of personal protective equipment available for professional aerial workers is now very comprehensive. Indeed, inertia reels, harnesses, lanyards, anchors, rescue equipment, connectors, restraints and special belts are amongst the many measures available to help aerial workers carry out their tasks in a safe and methodical manner.

Naturally, it is of the utmost importance to only do business with reputable suppliers when it comes to investing in this kind of specialist equipment. After all, equipment of this type is only useful when it is manufactured to the highest standards and that kind of quality can only be found by going to reputable suppliers.

That is where we come in.

Here at FallArrest, we are widely recognised as being one of the UK’s leading height safety equipment and training service providers. With over thirty years of collective experience, we are able to provide expert advice on every aspect of height safety and deliver a bespoke service to help any company, organisation or professional individual maintain the safest working practices.

The equipment we provide is certified and tested to comply with all relevant standards and represents outstanding value. In addition, our height safety training courses are delivered in such a way as to be universally accessible and relevant to aerial workers from all backgrounds and industries.

So, if you are looking for height safety solutions of the very highest standards, look no further than us here at FallArrest.

Keeping Aerial Workers Safe

admin — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:29:05 +0000

Working at height can be a very risky business. Indeed, any professional that works high above ground level puts themselves at risk every time they carry out their aerial tasks as they are only ever one fall away from a significant or even fatal injury.

Of course, professionals who work at height can help to lessen such risks by ensuring they carry out their tasks in a methodical and super-diligent manner. However, it is the responsibility of aerial workers’ employers to ensure there are measures in place that will help to safeguard their well-being while they are working at height.

One of the most effective ways in which employers can achieve this is by providing their aerial operatives with effective personal protective equipment e.g. fall arrest harnesses. Furthermore, employers can also send staff members who work at height on informative height safety training courses so that they can learn more about the methodology behind safe working at height practices and develop a greater understanding of how to better eliminate the risks they face.

Here at FallArrest, we provide equipment and training solutions that can help employers everywhere to keep their aerial workers safe and well. Our outstanding fall protection measures are designed to the very highest standards and of course comply fully with all current legislation. In addition, our excellent training courses deliver pertinent information in a way that is immediately accessible and relevant so aerial workers from all backgrounds are always guaranteed to learn something new.

I Want That One

admin — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:45:18 +0000

So you’re looking for some new personal protective equipment for yourself and your employees to work at height but you’re not sure where to start. There are so many companies out there offering different deals, all claiming to be the best. What you really need is some good, honest advice of what equipment would meet your specific needs. Here at Fall Arrest, we offer quality equipment at competitive prices. We cater to individual needs and tailor equipment to your requirements. Our friendly staff are just the other end of the phone to answer any questions you may have, or have a browse through our website, where you’ll find comprehensive descriptions of the products we sell and what you’ll need.

Here at Fall Arrest, we are a one stop shop for all your equipment and training needs. When you’ve purchased your PPE, you’ll need some training on how to use it all correctly and safely. We offer everything from PPE training to height safety courses, with the aim of teaching operatives how to safely use their equipment and best practice when working at height. These are just a couple of the areas we cover in training.

Feel free to contact us if you have any queries or questions regarding PPE or training courses. We have a Contact Us area of the website, so fill in your details and one of our experienced team will get back to you as soon as possible. Alternatively, give us a call – we’re always happy to help and provide your working at height solutions!

It’s a Long Way Down

admin — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 09:44:18 +0000

Around 4,000 people a year suffer a serious injury or death following a fall from height. The best way to avoid these accidents is to take part in fall arrest courses which will provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills. The equipment you use is also an important part of your safety. Below is a list of some of the equipment that should be used when working at height.

Fall arrest harness – a good quality, heavy duty harness is required when working at height. It will keep you secure and well supported. The material needs to be strong and durable and be able to withstand working in all conditions. Don’t scrimp when buying a harness, it could be the difference between life and death.
Lanyard – a flexible lanyard is necessary to connect the operative’s harness to the anchor and should only be used on a level surface. The lanyard isn’t designed to take the entire weight of the worker – however, it can prevent the worker from entering an area where a fall could occur.

Anchor – the anchor is a really important part of the kit for working at height. The anchor is a fixed structure to which the rest of the kit is rigged, through a connector. The anchor provides a stable base so the operative is able to carry out their work securely. One of the most important components of the anchor is the rope grab which minimises the distance a worker would fall and the impact it would have on the anchor.

Only the Best

admin — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 09:43:20 +0000

There is a vast array of personal protective equipment (PPE) on the market, and unless you buy it from a reputable dealer, you might not be getting the best and safest equipment. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) require employers to supply their employees with the necessary PPE to protect them whilst carrying out their duties. PPE can range from steel toe capped boots to lanyards and inertia reels.

All equipment must carry the ‘CE’ mark which means that it complies with the Personal Protection Equipment Regulation 2002. This marking means that the product has passed safety tests conducted by an independent tester and meets certain standards.

Of course, just having the right equipment isn’t enough – the right training to use it is needed too. PPE training is designed to be ongoing, continuously educating people on the latest and safest way to use equipment and also to introduce any new equipment that comes onto the market. PPE training ensures that everyone is able to confidently use the equipment that they use at work safely.

The majority of workplace injuries can be avoided with the correct equipment and the right training. However, it takes commitment from both the employer and employees to remember their training and apply it to their jobs every day to avoid accidents. It is in the employer’s interest to make sure that PPE is used and training is followed, as public opinion of the company and employee morale could take a seriously hit if there was a serious accident.

Living in Dangerous Times

admin — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 09:42:04 +0000

In this age, where compensation claims are rife and companies are sued over even the most minor infraction, it is important for employers to protect themselves and their employees from injury and loss of life. Fortunately, there are ways and means of significantly reducing this risk.

By enrolling yourself and your employees on work at height training courses, you are taking the first, vital steps in protecting your employees and therefore your company from potentially damaging compensation claims. Here at Fall Arrest, we provide height safety training tailored to your company’s specific needs. We will teach your employees how to use their equipment properly and how to check it for damage and other wear and tear. With the proper fall arrest training, everyone working on your site will be competent at keeping themselves and others safe, reducing the risk of accidents.

Health and safety is a major factor, especially in the construction industry so it is vital for training to be undertaken by everyone working on the site to ensure the safety of everyone in the vicinity. It is the responsibility of everyone working on the site to be aware of and adhere to the strict health and safety guidelines put in place to avoid accidents, both major and minor. By not adhering to these rules or ensuring all staff are qualified to work at height, the company could be putting themselves in a potentially dangerous situation by leaving themselves open to libel action if the worst were to happen.