Height Safety Systems
Work at Height Regulations compliance. Fall protection that protects lives.
Height Safety Compliance
Falls from height remain the largest cause of workplace fatalities in the UK. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 impose strict duties on employers to protect workers. EntireFM delivers comprehensive height safety system inspection and testing, ensuring your fall protection measures remain effective and compliant.
Legislative Framework
Work at Height Regulations 2005: Duty to prevent falls and ensure equipment safety
BS 7883:2019: Code of practice for design, selection, installation, inspection and maintenance of anchor devices
BS EN 795:2012: Personal fall protection equipment - Anchor devices
Health & Safety at Work Act 1974: General duty of care for workplace safety
Inspection Frequencies
| Equipment Type | Frequency | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed anchor points | Annually | BS 7883:2019 |
| Horizontal lifeline systems | Annually | BS EN 795:2012 |
| Vertical ladder systems | Annually | BS EN 353-1 |
| Personal fall protection PPE | Before each use + annually | WAHD 2005 |
| Roof edge protection | Annually + post-incident | BS 6180 |
Systems Covered
Fixed Systems
- • Roof anchor points (single & multi-point)
- • Horizontal lifeline systems
- • Fall arrest rail systems
- • Permanent guardrails
- • Roof edge protection systems
- • Skylight protection grilles
Access Systems
- • Ladder safety systems (vertical)
- • Fixed ladder cages
- • Walkway & platform systems
- • Step-over systems
- • Roof hatch systems
- • Access gates in edge protection
Personal Protective Equipment
- • Full-body harnesses
- • Energy-absorbing lanyards
- • Self-retracting lifelines (SRLs)
- • Karabiners & connectors
- • Work positioning equipment
- • Rope access equipment
Temporary Systems
- • Mobile anchor devices
- • Temporary edge protection
- • Counterweight anchor systems
- • Mobile elevated work platforms
- • Scaffolding inspection
- • Safety netting systems
Consequences of Non-Compliance
- • Falls from height account for 40+ workplace deaths annually in UK
- • Unlimited fines for corporate manslaughter following fatal falls
- • Average HSE fine for Work at Height breaches: £350,000+
- • Personal prosecution and imprisonment up to 2 years for responsible persons
- • Insurance invalidation if equipment not properly inspected
- • HSE prohibition notices halting operations immediately
- • Civil liability claims from injured workers
Our Height Safety Service
EntireFM's competent height safety engineers deliver comprehensive inspection services:
Site survey & equipment register: Identifying and cataloging all height safety systems
Detailed inspection: Visual and functional testing of all components
Load testing: Proof load testing of anchor points where required
Certification: Pass/fail reports with photographic evidence
Defect rectification: Repair or replacement services for failed equipment
Rescue planning: Assessment of rescue procedures and equipment
Training coordination: Arranging competent person training if required
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