Working Safely at Heights

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Falls can cause serious injury and, in

some cases, even death. Training and

proper equipment is crucial for working

safely at heights. This presentation will

give you 5 guidelines for working safely at

heights.

Workplace inspection

Before any work is started, an inspection needs to be done of the job site. Make sure thatyour risk assessment includes:

• Checking that all surfaces are dry, stable and clear of clutter. Be aware of slopes.

• Verifying that all working platforms have edge protection or barriers.

• Identifying location of power lines that you may need to avoid.

• Indentifying locations that may need additional hand grips or barriers.

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Equipment

• Be sure you have all the necessary equipment for

starting a job. For working at heights, such

equipment will include body harnesses and

lanyards. Inspect your safety equipment to make

sure that they are in good working condition.

• Inspect the equipment for flaws such as worn or

broken parts. Do not use damaged equipment.

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Confirm the safety of access and platforms

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• You will need to decide how you are going to access your job site safely and follow safety measures accordingly.

• Know the weight limitations of all your work platform equipment, such as scaffolds or forklifts

Close off access to the ground below the work site

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• The ground below the job needs to be secured to avoid injury to anyone who may pass by. Erect barriers and use “No access” signs.

• Doing so will help you maintain a controlled environment for the workers above.

Practice safety on the job

• Wear the required Personal Protective Equipment

(PPE) such as a hard hat, gloves, safety glasses, steel

toe boots and a body harness.

• Although the ground below your job may be

secured, make sure all workers at heights have their

tools secured to avoid falling objects.

• Lastly, before leaving a job site, be sure that everything

is secured and all tools are put away.

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Any questions?

Call The Detail Devils

1300 768 019

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