New revelations regarding failed life-saving falls equipment after last night's ABC 7.30 program
11 April, 2014In the wake of last night's ABC 7.30 program on falls from height, the Working At Heights Association has a warning: “If you’re counting on a harness attached to an anchor system to save your life when you fall from a roof, you need to know that many roof anchors don’t meet the most basic safety standards.”
Sayfa Vista internal-access ladders
23 January, 2014Sayfa's range of lightweight, industrial-rated Vista ladders can provide a complete internal-access solution.
Vista Commercial, Vista Compact and Vista Maxi internal access solution
29 January, 2013The lightweight, industrial-rated Vista Commercial, Vista Compact and Vista Maxi deliver a complete internal access solution: floor to ceiling, through ceiling space and onto the roof.
Ladamax platform step range
22 January, 2013A range of aluminium and non-conductive fibreglass platform step and order picking ladders has been released by Ladamax.
New ladder research calls for rethink
26 November, 2012Research by Australia’s most prominent ergonomist may make the committee rethink the standard AS1657.
Capital Safety ladder levelling and stabilising devices
10 February, 2012Capital Safety has announced the launch of a range of ladder levelling and stabilising devices from Rojak Design. The range provides fall protection and height safety on portable ladders by converting them into a safer work and access system.
Quick Ally aluminium scaffold system
05 October, 2011The Quick Ally fully integrated aluminium scaffold system includes aluminium modular and mobile scaffolds, bridging units and slab edge protection.
Laddersmart fall prevention device
23 September, 2011 byLaddersmart is a device that assists in the prevention of falls by minimising backwards and sideways movement of the ladder.
EasyUp Downlight lighting system
07 June, 2011 byThe EasyUp Downlight is a lighting system that enables users to replace downlight globes with their feet planted safely on the ground, eliminating the need for ladders, which reduces the chance of injuries.
DBI-Sala Railok 90 vertical fall arrest rail system
31 March, 2011 byThe DBI-Sala Railok 90 vertical fall arrest rail system can be used for fall protection for ladder and structure climbing. It is a vertical fall arrest rail system that optimises safety and maximises freedom of movement.
Caged ladders - a case of mistaken identity
02 December, 2009 by Sperian Protection AustraliaMany workers have to regularly access elevated points on buildings or structures to perform routine maintenance or other tasks using fixed ladders that are built into or onto a structure. In these situations, it’s common for building owners or designers to install a cage around the ladder, mistakenly believing this will mitigate the risk of injury from workers falling off the ladder.
Catastrophic fall incurs 40k fine
21 October, 2009A cleaning business was convicted and fined over an incident which led to what an industrial magistrate described as ‘catastrophic and devastating’ injuries to a worker.
Vertical lifeline system
09 June, 2009The DBI-Sala Mastsayf Flexible Cable System provides a fall protection solution for persons climbing electrical and telecommunications towers.
Antistatic step platforms
13 November, 2008The Branach anti-static step platform ladder was developed for the electric utility market to enable personnel to safely work at heights when maintaining high-voltage substations. Key design guidelines for the ladder were electrical safety, solid construction and convenience of use.
Ladder brackets
11 October, 2008The SLE 700 ladder bracket is designed to fit most eave gutters. The bracket becomes part of the ladder system by clamping onto the required rung, allowing it to be extended into its position.
