Take heights seriously safety campaign

Awareness campaign on the risk of falls from height in construction, to help prevent fatalities and major injuries

The Health and Safety Executive for Northern Ireland (HSENI) has launched a campaign reminding the construction industry about the importance of using suitable access equipment, working platforms and edge protection when working at height.

Sadly since 2020, falls have killed nine workers carrying out construction work at height in Northern Ireland.

It is essential, for those in control of work at height, to make sure work is properly planned supervised and carried out by competent people with the skills, knowledge and experience to do the job. If in doubt seek advice from a competent health and safety professional as to how to carry the work out safely.

The campaign includes guidance on:

• prevention, preparation and actions to take
• dos and don’ts of working at height
• workplace and management resources

Find out more about the Take heights seriously campaign.

First published 25 October 2022