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Introduction
Working at height is defined as any work that takes place where a person could fall and injure themselves if precautions are not taken. This can include working above ground level, working near an edge, working near an opening or fragile surface, or working near a hole in the ground or opening in the floor. Work at height is regulated by the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
Work at Height Procedure
The Health, Safety and Compliance Team have created the following procedure for working at height:
For More Information
Where working at height is required, a risk assessment must be carried out in order to identify the control measures required. The Health, Safety and Compliance Team have created a checklist for completing a working at height risk assessment to aid this process. For further information on completing a risk assessment, please also find the risk assessment webpage below:
WaH Risk Assessment Checklist Risk Assessment Webpage
Further information to aid with controlling working at height risks can be found here.
All working at height equipment must be inspected regularly by a competent person and inspections recorded locally by the department to ensure it complies with the requirements of the Work at Height Regulations. Please use the following document to complete inspections:
All staff and students who use working at height equipment must have received suitable and sufficient training to enable them to use the equipment safely and avoid endangering themselves or others. To book onto a course, please see the Health and Safety training calendar below for dates, and email hsservicedesk@port.ac.uk to book a space.
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