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Articles and posts about work-at-height safety devices and systems

Types of Fixed Vertical Ladders
fixed vertical ladder on a roof
Safety ladders
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Types of Fixed Vertical Ladders

This week we will talk about the different types of fixed vertical ladders available on the market. To begin with, these safety systems are mainly used for access to machines,…

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Hazards Inside Industrial Buildings
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Occupational Health and Safety
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Hazards Inside Industrial Buildings

We need to know which different hazards exist when entering an industrial building that affect worker safety and the integrity of the facility, so that we can remedy them. Therefore,…

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How to Install Crossovers
crossover installed in an industrial building
Crossovers
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How to Install Crossovers

In the following post, we will focus on how to install crossovers. We have previously discussed their functions and which components make up these safety systems. Manufacturer's Instructions The first…

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Lifeline Expiration: When to Inspect, Repair, or Replace
Lifelines Regulations
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Lifeline Expiration: When to Inspect, Repair, or Replace

Some work-at-height safety professionals ask: "Has this lifeline expired?" The short answer is that most systems do not have an expiration date printed on them, but they do have removal-from-service…

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Occupational Risk Assessment
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Occupational Health and Safety
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Occupational Risk Assessment

Today we will talk about occupational risk assessment and try to explain in simple terms what it is, what methodology is followed to carry it out, and what benefits it…

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Fall Protection Measures Inside Industrial Buildings
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Occupational Health and Safety
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Fall Protection Measures Inside Industrial Buildings

As we discussed in the previous post on the risks inside an industrial building, in the following article we will name the fall protection measures needed to avoid those risks.…

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Preliminary Steps for Installing a Lifeline
plan of a lifeline
Lifelines
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Preliminary Steps for Installing a Lifeline

In previous posts we talked about the components of a lifeline, and this time we will focus on how to install one. Let's remember that these are safety systems designed…

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Pignus Panel: Skylight Protection in Sandwich Panel
safety mesh installed on a skylight
Safety nets
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Pignus Panel: Skylight Protection in Sandwich Panel

In previous posts we explored how protective mesh for skylights can be a vital solution for ensuring safety at these points where light enters. Next, we will focus on and…

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How to Choose the Right Safety Guardrail
steel tubes for guardrail
Safety guardrails
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How to Choose the Right Safety Guardrail

We have talked on several occasions about collective protection guardrails. Today we will focus on an important aspect: how to choose the right guardrail. There are several factors to take…

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Promoting Occupational Health and Safety Training
occupational health and safety training
Occupational Health and Safety
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Promoting Occupational Health and Safety Training

Today we will talk about occupational health and safety training, focusing on two aspects: promoting training within the company and the key role the instructor plays in it. As we…

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Where to Install Crossovers
crossover installation on a roof
Crossovers
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Where to Install Crossovers

In previous posts we talked about how to install crossovers. Today we will look at the different locations where these safety systems are found. What Are Crossovers? Let's remember that…

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Ladders: Types and Features
ladder installed on a roof
Safety ladders
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Ladders: Types and Features

Safety in the work environment is a fundamental priority. One of the most important points is ensuring safe access to machines and elevated areas. In this post we will discuss…

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Key Aspects of Safety Guardrails
safety guardrail components
Safety guardrails
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Key Aspects of Safety Guardrails

Safety guardrails, as collective protection elements, play a fundamental role in preventing falls and protecting workers in elevated positions. In this article, we take a closer look at the technical,…

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PPE for Working at Height
set of PPE for work at height
PPE
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PPE for Working at Height

PPE, or personal protective equipment, is a key element in any work-at-height protocol, as it ensures workers' safety and prevents workplace accidents. Its use is mandatory in many sectors of…

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Occupational Health and Safety Training
HELMET ON AN OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING BOOK
Occupational Health and Safety
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Occupational Health and Safety Training

Today we look at the different levels of training in occupational health and safety, the qualifications available and their requirements, including specific areas such as the safety protocol for work…

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Types of Anchors for Lifelines
Lifelines
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Types of Anchors for Lifelines

The lifeline almost never fails. What fails is the substrate it is anchored to. In a fall arrest system, the entire arresting load ends up on the anchor point, and…

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PPE Inspection
helmet, lanyard, and gloves
PPE
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PPE Inspection

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a key element of occupational safety, especially in sectors where workers are exposed to considerable risks, such as work at height. These devices are crucial…

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Counterweighted Guardrails: Ananke Weight
Ananke counterweighted guardrail on a roof
Safety guardrails
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Counterweighted Guardrails: Ananke Weight

In other posts we have discussed safety guardrails as collective protection: where to install them, what features they have, and how to install them. Next, we will focus on counterweighted…

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Fixed Ladders: UNE EN 14122-4
fixed ladder on roof
Occupational Health and Safety
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Fixed Ladders: UNE EN 14122-4

This week's post is dedicated to the UNE EN 14122.4 standard, which covers fixed ladders. We have previously discussed the other three parts of this technical standard, which is of…

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Pignus Skylight Fix: Skylight Protection
many skylights on a roof
Safety nets
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Pignus Skylight Fix: Skylight Protection

In today's post we will take a close look at what skylights are, why they can be a hazard, and how we can protect them. We will tell you about…

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UNE EN 795 Standard. Anchor Devices
lifeline on a roof
Lifelines Occupational Health and Safety
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UNE EN 795 Standard. Anchor Devices

As we explained in previous posts, a fall protection system for work at height is based fundamentally on the good design and strength of the point to which the worker…

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