Top 5 safety tips for working at height
Working at heights can be dangerous if proper safety measures are not taken. Mintra offers an online working at height training course to personnel who require an awareness of the hazards involved in working at height. To help keep you safe Mintra has put together our top 5 safety tips to keep in mind when working at height.
Five Tips for Working at Height
Tip 1
Use the right equipment:
Ensure that the equipment you are using is appropriate for the task at hand and is in good working order. Check for signs of wear and tear and make sure it has been properly inspected.
Tip 2
Follow safety protocols:
Make sure you are familiar with the safety protocols that are in place for working at height, and follow them to the letter.
Tip 3
Know your limits:
Make sure that you are aware of your own personal limits and abilities when working at height so you don’t take on any tasks that are too much for you.
Tip 4
Take your time:
Don’t rush when you’re working at height. Take your time and be sure not to cut any corners when it comes to safety.
Tip 5
Wear the right gear:
Always make sure you’re wearing the right protective gear when working at height, such as a hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots and other gear specific to the job.
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