Do You Work at Heights???
Do You Work at Heights???
Between 2011 & 2015, there have been 12 fatalities in Ireland associated while working on Fragile Surfaces.
Fragile Surfaces can include the following;
- Flat Roofing
- Perspex Sheeting
- Asbestos Cement Sheeting
- Glass
ALWAYS assume ALL roofing materials are fragile unless otherwise confirmed by a "competent" person.
General Safety Advice
- Ensure you hold a valid SOLAS CSCS ticket for Roof Cladding
- Risk Assess the work in advance
- Consider Fragile Surfaces
- Select the most suitable work equipment for the job
- Collective Protection Measures given priority over Individual Protection Measures
- Carry out work in accordance with the HSA Code of Practice for Safety in Roof-work
LINK: www.hsa.ie/eng/Safety_Alerts/2016/Working_on_Fragile_Roofs/