by jack.cornes@hausbots.com | Mar 30, 2021 | Advice
Work at height can be an extremely dangerous job. Falls from height are one of the biggest killers in the workplace in the UK, representing c. 40 deaths per year. Source In this article we will talk about the various equipment options for your work at height project,...
by jack.cornes@hausbots.com | Jul 22, 2020 | Advice
Any work at height can represent a risk, with falls from height consistently being a leading cause in work related injuries and fatalities in the UK. What is Work at Height? Work at height is defined by the UK HSE as ‘Any work where, if precautions were not...
by jack.cornes@hausbots.com | Jul 22, 2020 | Advice
Intro With falls from height being a leading cause of work related fatalities in the UK, any work at height represents a large risk that needs to be mitigated, and painting and decorating work at a height is no different. What is ‘Work at Height’? Work at height is...
by jack.cornes@hausbots.com | Jul 22, 2020 | Advice
Intro There are a number of things that may cause damp issues in your home. From the age of a building through to damage to the outside, this blog will help you work out why your house may be getting damp, and how you can fix it. According to the English Housing...
by jack.cornes@hausbots.com | Jul 22, 2020 | Advice
Intro According to the English Housing Survey, there are almost 1 million dwellings in England that are currently suffering from damp issues. Of those, 225,000 suffer from a type of damp called penetrating damp, and, a further 7 million dwellings are outlined as being...
by jack.cornes@hausbots.com | Jul 22, 2020 | Advice
Intro The important thing to remember when answering the question if scaffolding is needed is to remember that the regulations for working at height is definitely not clear cut, and always come down to conducting a sufficient risk assessment for your working at height...
