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Summer Prevention: Working Outdoors
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Summer Prevention: Working Outdoors

Working outdoors in high temperatures, sun exposure and physical exertion can affect workers' well-being during their summer workday. It is crucial to take preventive measures to avoid health problems such…

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Work at Height: Definition and the Height at Which It Applies

Work at Height: Definition and the Height at Which It Applies

In sectors such as construction or industrial maintenance, the first question asked is when something is considered work at height. The general reference is 2 meters, but the regulations have…

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Can a Guardrail Be Reused After a Roof Renovation?
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Can a Guardrail Be Reused After a Roof Renovation?

Today we will talk about what to do when a renovation or modification is carried out on a roof that already has collective protection installed, specifically perimeter protection guardrails. Nowadays…

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Which Safety Harness to Use Depending on the Fall Protection System?
SAFETY HARNESS WHICH TO USE

Which Safety Harness to Use Depending on the Fall Protection System?

In work at height, safety is vital, as it can mean the difference between a minor accident and a fatal one. This means we must use the right fall arrest…

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Weather Conditions in Work at Height
WEATHER CONDITIONS

Weather Conditions in Work at Height

If working at height is already a risk in itself, imagine adding rain, strong winds, stifling heat or a cold that keeps you from even moving. This is especially critical…

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Risks in Work at Height: How to Identify and Avoid Them
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Risks in Work at Height: How to Identify and Avoid Them

Today we will define what work at height is and what it involves, we will talk about the risks these types of jobs present (such as safety on wind turbines)…

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Who Is Liable in a Fall-from-Height Accident?
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Who Is Liable in a Fall-from-Height Accident?

Workplace accidents happen every day in our country, and falls from height are one of the main causes of serious injuries and even deaths in some sectors such as construction.…

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Work Platforms and Walkways
Work Platforms and Walkways

Work Platforms and Walkways

In industrial environments we often run into difficulties accessing machines and elevated areas, putting the safety of workers and users at risk and even hindering the efficiency of production processes.…

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How Skylight Nets and Walkways Should Be Designed
Skylight Protection

How Skylight Nets and Walkways Should Be Designed

We see more and more skylights on industrial buildings and commercial properties. They are great for making use of natural light and improving comfort, but let's be honest: they are…

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Guardrail Slope and Installation Under Standard ISO 14122-3
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Guardrail Slope and Installation Under Standard ISO 14122-3

Industrial guardrails are an essential element of safety at height, installed on platforms and roofs. Beyond their design or strength, the aspect that often raises questions for installers and technicians…

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Can I Install a Ladder Without a Lifeline?
Safety ladder for work at height

Can I Install a Ladder Without a Lifeline?

Today we are here to answer a question that, as work-at-height professionals, we have heard come up many times: does a ladder always need a lifeline? If not, when should…

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How Do You Inspect a Ladder Before Using It?
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How Do You Inspect a Ladder Before Using It?

As manufacturers of fall arrest systems, we know how important it is for installers to carry out assembly and inspections properly, since a mistake can turn a routine task into…

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Difference Between Work at Height and Rope Access Work

Difference Between Work at Height and Rope Access Work

Although they are often used as synonyms, they do not mean the same thing; one describes a risk and the other a technique for working. The difference between work at…

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Cleaning and Maintenance of Safety Nets
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Cleaning and Maintenance of Safety Nets

Fall arrest systems must be inspected periodically and before each use, which sometimes includes removing the dirt or dust that may accumulate on them and that can affect their proper…

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Guide to Knowing Whether a Work-at-Height Safety System Meets the Regulations

Guide to Knowing Whether a Work-at-Height Safety System Meets the Regulations

In daily site work, both in industrial maintenance and in the field of prevention, it is very common to come across systems such as protection nets, fixed ladders, guardrails, lifelines,…

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How to Extend the Service Life of Work-at-Height Systems
Industrial environment

How to Extend the Service Life of Work-at-Height Systems

Installing a guardrail, a walkway or a ladder at height is only the beginning; what matters is that they are still protecting 5, 10 or 15 years from now. That…

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What Certifications Should Industrial Guardrails Have?
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What Certifications Should Industrial Guardrails Have?

Industrial guardrails are used in elevated areas such as roofs, platforms, walkways or stairs to prevent falls and protect people who pass through or work at height. A guardrail is…

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Ypsos’s Most-Read Articles of 2025
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Ypsos’s Most-Read Articles of 2025

Throughout this year, at Ypsos we have set out to provide answers to your most frequent questions, whether about practical cases, manufacturing, testing, standards, technical requirements, and more. In this…

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Difference Between Collective and Personal Protection
Ypsos guardrails and nets

Difference Between Collective and Personal Protection

Working on roofs involves, in most cases, a clear risk of falling to a lower level. Whether for maintenance tasks, periodic inspections, technical installations or one-off interventions, a roof environment…

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Installation Errors That Can Invalidate a Fall Arrest System
Certificate

Installation Errors That Can Invalidate a Fall Arrest System

As fall arrest system manufacturers, we know that a fundamental part of making sure devices work properly is using quality materials, testing the products and holding the corresponding certifications. But…

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What Documents Should a Work-at-Height Installer Keep?
Documentation

What Documents Should a Work-at-Height Installer Keep?

As an installer, it is very important to know which documentation you should keep when you finish a job, because in many cases the job is considered closed and papers…

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