Falls from height continue to be the leading cause of workplace fatalities in Great Britain. According to the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), 35 workers died from falls while working at height between 2024 and 2025. These figures underscore the urgent need for employers to take sensible and proportionate steps to manage height-related risks.
✅ Step-by-Step Guidance
To help employers and workers manage these risks effectively, HSE has published a step-by-step guide to working at height.
This resource outlines how to:
- Identify hazards
- Assess risks
- Choose appropriate equipment
- Implement control measures
- Monitor and review safety practices
🔗 Read the full guide to working at height
🏗️ Scaffolding Safety
Scaffolding must be stable, secure, and properly managed at all times. HSE guidance covers:
- When a scaffold design is required
- Competency standards for erection, alteration, and dismantling
- Inspection and supervision responsibilities
🪜 Ladders and Stepladders
Ladders can be a practical solution for low-risk, short-duration tasks, but they should not be the default option. HSE’s ladder safety guidance helps you:
- Choose the right ladder
- Use it safely
- Train staff on inspection and maintenance
📣 Consult CPK: Your Safety Partner
At Consult CPK, we help organisations across the UK and Ireland implement safe systems of work for tasks at height. Whether you’re managing a construction site, maintaining facilities, or conducting inspections, our team ensures your practices meet legal standards and protect your workforce.
📩 Need help managing work-at-height risks?
Contact us to learn more.
