Falls from heights are consistently the leading cause of workplace fatalities in the U.K. The latest figures from the HSE show that 40 people lost their lives due to a fall from height in 2022-2023. Falls from height were responsible for 30% of all workplace deaths.
To support No Falls Week, ECA has several resources available to Members:
HBF Loft Safety Guidance, co-authored by ECA:
The Home Builders Federation (HBF) worked collaboratively with ECA to prepare guidance for contractors working at height, specifically in lofts – one of the main causes of accidents for Members working in people’s homes.
Toolbox Talks
ECA has produced two Toolbox Talks guidance notes exclusively for Members working at height:
Work at Height Checklist
An ECA Member exclusive checklist which covers key factors to consider when carrying out a risk assessment under the Work at Height Regulations 2005.
ECA offers extensive information and advice across a broad range of contractor health and safety issues. This includes free specialist advice and industry-leading web-based information and practical tools such as eRAMS. ECA is a leading voice on health and safety with the HSE and key industry stakeholders. Learn more here.
Last updated 15 May 24