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A fall from height injury can be devastating broken bones, head injuries, potential death are just some of the dangers. Working at height in any capacity carries significant risk and all employers and site managers are therefore obliged to be fully aware of the laws and regulations surrounding roof work, window repairs, building maintenance and many other areas of work.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has produced a downloadable leaflet called Height Safe which highlights the major risks of working at height. It is subtitled "Absolutely essential health and safety information for people who work at height" and its information is laid out in a straightforward style which is easy to read and understand.
In the introduction to the leaflet falls from height are named as the biggest cause of death on construction sites. It also says the contents of the leaflet provides advice for users of ladders and access scaffolding.
It states that work at height should always be carried out on a suitable platform with edge protection. Where this is not possible a ladder may have to be used but that ladders should not be used for any lengthy period of time as a workplace.
The leaflet also aims to help members of a workforce who are responsible for the choosing of equipment for specific jobs.
Specific topics for the prevention of fall from height injuries include:
The leaflet gives broad advice in a clear and concise fashion and is useful material for those attempting even the smallest of job.
Claiming for a fall from height injury
With proper equipment, risk assessment and full training, working at height can be made as safe as is reasonably possible. However, many employers still fail to adhere to all regulations and advice regarding best working practice.
If you have suffered a personal injury as a result of a fall from height and you believe someone else was to blame for the accident YouClaim could help you commence a no win no fee claim for work accident compensation.
The personal injury solicitors who work in association with YouClaim are all governed by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and are experts in their relevant fields, so you are guaranteed a professional and courteous service form start to finish.
What's more, our work accident compensation service is totally cost free, hence no win, no fee and if your case is successful you will receive 100% compensation.
Call us today, have an e-chat, or fill in an online claim form and we will call you back at a time to suit you. Your fall from height injury claim is YouClaim's greatest concern.
