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Cost efficient scaffolding alternative
Our Easi-Dec 8m Roofline System has provided JAL Building Contractors Ltd with a safe and secure system to access multiple rooftops when working on a housing development project in Manchester.
JAL Building Contractors Ltd is a privately owned…
We are exhibiting at the NHMF Conference
We will be exhibiting at this year’s NHMF Conference at the Hilton Birmingham 21 – 22nd January.
The NHMF Maintenance Conference is devoted to housing maintenance and provides a focus for networking and promoting best practice.
Easi-Dec access platforms and…
Painter and Decorator Paralysed in Fall
The recent case of a painter and decorator who sustained serious injuries falling from height, is a sad reminder of the importance of making sure work is planned and carried out safely.
In this case, homeowners hired the worker’s company…
The benefits of access platforms on the ground
Our bespoke access platforms and Step-Overs are an ideal and popular solution for allowing safe access over obstacles on roofs.
However, these innovative and durable systems can be just as useful at ground level.
Obstacles commonly found in industrial areas…
The problem with scaffolding in bad weather
With summer ending and the autumn weather already rearing its ugly head, contractors and tradesmen who work at height are once again facing the unpleasant reality of British weather.
When working at height, wind and bad weather can be a…
Working safely at height in the water industry
When you think of working at height, the water industry is probably one of the last sectors where you think this will be an issue, think again!
Work at height is any place where a person could fall a distance…
The dangers of asbestos roof repairs
During the 20th century, asbestos was seen as a miracle material, used across the construction industry for various projects.
Prior to it being deemed a serious health hazard due to the non-degradable nature of its fibres, asbestos was the go-to…
Solar company fined for fragile skylight fall
A solar panel company has been fined £40,000 with costs of £2,000 after a worker fell through a skylight during the installation of solar panels on a farm workshop.
The Magistrates Court heard how the employee was carrying out installation…