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Working in heights > 2 meters

Safety rules working in heights

You must not work at height alone.
Before working at heights above 2 meters, a safety assessment must be carried out. The supervisor is responsible. This must be documented.
You must use an approved fall arrest harness with two hooks.
You must have documented training in the use of the harness.
When using a stool or stepladder on scaffolding or external platforms, and the distance to the railing is less than the height of the stool/ladder, you must use a fall arrest harness.
Attach the fall arrest harness as high as possible to reduce a possible fall. The anchor point must withstand a force of at least 1500 kg.
Block off the area below the workplace if there is a risk of falling objects (see more about falling objects).
Check that the fall arrest harness has an approved annual certification - similar to lifting equipment.

Sikkerhedsregler ved arbejde i højder over 2 meter

Remember, safety always comes first!

These guidelines constitute the foundation for health, environment, safety, and quality at FH Contractors. By adhering to them, you contribute to our common goal of maintaining a high level of safety in the workplace, which protects both people, the environment, and equipment.

Guidelines

Your HSE responsibility

Personal protective equipment

Deviation Report

Accidents

Risk assessment of your own work

9 Life Saving Rules

Bypassing Safety Controls

Obtain authorisation before overriding or disabling safety-controls:

I understand and use safety-critical equipment and procedures which apply to my task
I obtain authorisation before:
- disabling or overriding safety equipment
- deviating from procedures
- crossing a barrier

Confined Space

Obtain authorisation before entering a confirned space:

I confirm energy sources are isolated
I confirm the atmosphere has been tested and is monitored
I check and use my breathing apparatus when required
I confirm there is an attendant standing by
I confirm a rescue plan is in place
I obtain authorisation to enter.

Safe Mechanical Lifting

Plan lifting operations and control the area:

I confirm that the equipment and load have been inspected and are fit for purpose
I only operate equipment that I am qualified to use
I establish and obey barriers and exclusion zones
I never walk under a suspended load.

Work Authorization

Work with a valid permit when required:

I have confirmed if a permit is required
I am authorised to perform the work
I understand the permit
I have confirmed that hazards are controlled and it is safe to start
I stop and reassess if conditions change.

Driving

Follow safe driving rules:

I always wear a seatbelt
I do not exceed the speed limit, and reduce my speed for road conditions
I do not use phones or operate devices while driving
I am fit, rested and fully alert while driving
I follow journey management requirements.

Hot Work

Control flammables and ignition sources:

I identify and control ignition sources
Before starting any hot work:
- I confirm flammable material has been removed or isolated
- I obtain authorisation
Before starting hot work in a hazardous area I confirm:
- a gas test has been completed
- gas will be monitored continually.

Working at Height

Protect yourself against a fall when working at height:

I inspect my fall protection equipment before use
I secure tools and work materials to prevent dropped objects
I tie off 100% to approved anchor points while outside a protected area.

Energy isolation

Verify isolation and zero energy before work begins:

I have identified all energy sources
I confirm that hazardous energy sources have been isolated, locked, and tagged
I have checked there is zero energy and tested for residual or stored energy.

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