Safe erection and dismantling of tubular scaffoldingTubular scaffolding erected or dismantled incorrectly could lead to accidents involving serious personal injuries. The Work at Height Regulations 2005 require employers to assess all work at height ... Read more

Safety in bricklayingBricklaying involves inherent risks. Therefore, if this type of work is not carried out correctly, it can result in injuries and ill-health to staff. This applies whether it is bricks or blocks etc. being laid.Managing the risksT... Read more

Risk assessment - working from a fixed scaffoldWork carried out from a fixed scaffold can present risks to staff which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risksTo help you identify ... Read more

General building maintenance above ground levelCarrying out general building maintenance above ground level can present risks to staff, which left unmanaged could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risks... Read more

Risk assessment - general building maintenance General building maintenance activities can present risks to staff which, left unmanaged, could cause accidents and potentially put you on the wrong side of the law.Managing the risksTo ensure this doesn... Read more

Changing electric light fittings Changing an electric light fitting must be done with care. There are several possible risks involved, including cuts from broken glass, burns from incorrect handling, plus the associated dangers of working at height a... Read more