What is the leading cause of deaths in the workplace? Short Answer: falls from height count for more than a quarter of workplace fatalities in Great Britain, making falls the biggest cause of workplace deaths.
According to the latest statistics from the Health & Safety Executive, approximately 26% of fatal workplace injuries in Great Britain are the result of a fall from height. Between 2013 and 2018, more workers died from a fall than died from:
Falls from height also accounted for around 8% of non-lethal accidents in British workplaces during the same period.
The above statistics have prompted calls for more stringent safety laws, but it's worth noting that The Work at Height Regulations 2005 already require work at height to be properly planned, appropriately supervised and carried out in a safe manner by competent personnel only.
Read More: What Height Safety Equipment is Legally Required?
Perhaps the real problem is that too many employers don't take the existing regulations seriously until an accident has already happened. If you and/or your employees work at potentially dangerous heights, you may require one or more of the following systems to keep them safe:
Here at SafetyLiftinGear.com, we specialise in high-quality height safety equipment that protects workers from potentially deadly falls. Contact us today to get a quote for your fall protection needs, or use the links below to browse our full range of height safety products.
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Our portable gantry cranes are ideal for jobs where level lifting is a necessity. They're a particularly popular choice in workshops and garages, and the adjustable height makes them very versatile indeed.
If you need a gantry crane for any reason, you'll be pleased to learn that we've cut prices by over 20% for a limited time only!
Was £588.06 inc. VAT | Now £443.98 inc. VAT
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We also have the following gantry products available to buy online at reduced prices:
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All prices correct at time of writing. If you have any questions about our products, please don't hesitate to call SafetyLiftinGear on 0117 9381 600 or contact us online.
Climbing is a fun activity for people of all ages, and it's never too early to give it a try!
Of course, it's important to wear the right safety equipment when you hit the wall - as you're probably aware, we at SafetyLiftinGear have a huge range of safety harnesses available to buy and hire, but did you know that we also stock climbing harnesses for children?
Made to the very highest standard (as usual), our children's climbing harness is perfect for kids aged 4 to 9. See below:
Ideal for recreational use, this safety harness is colour-coded for quick size allocation. Suitable for a wide age range.
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This harness is well-made and easy to put on. Use the links below to browse our full range of height safety equipment for both children and adults, or give us a call on 0117 9381 600 if you have any questions about our climbing products.
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If you need a lifting gantry that's light, versatile, and easy to transport, SafetyLiftinGear's Easy-Rig KSB Aluminium Gantries are the perfect solution.
These fully customisable lifting gantries are available to buy or hire at extremely competitive prices. Choose 3 different sizes:
2mtr beam 3mtr beam 4mtr beam
These lightweight gantries are ideal for various lifting applications in a range of different work environments, including:
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Efficient and easy to use, the PALLIFT 500kg Self Lift Stacker is ideal for all sorts of lifting and loading jobs. This product previously cost £2,398.98 (inc VAT), but we have slashed the price and PALLIFT is now available for just £1,798.78 (inc VAT) - that's a saving of just over £600!
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Want to take a closer look at what the PALLIFT self-lifting stacker truck can do? Take a look at this video!
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Save up to 40% on our high-performance work gloves!
When working in hazardous environments and/or using potentially dangerous equipment, it's important to protect your hands. Here at SafetyLiftinGear, we stock a fantastic selection of high-performance work gloves that are designed to do just that - they're ideal for all sorts of different industries, from manufacturing to gas and oil.
We are currently having a sale on LifeGear impact gloves, so for a limited time, you can save a packet on your glove purchase. Choose from the following products (all prices correct at time of writing):
LifeGear High Performance Half Finger Impact Gloves - 40% Off!
Was £11.94 // Now £7.18
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LifeGear Cut Resistant Impact Safety Work Gloves - 35% Off!
Was £21.54 // Now £13.98
LifeGear Thermal-Lined Cut Resistant Safety Impact Working Gloves - 28% Off!
Was £21.57 // Now £15.58
This is just a small sample of what you'll find in our Work Gloves range - click the link below to browse our full range and see what other reductions we're currently offering.
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Here at SafetyLiftinGear we are having a clearance sale on some of our PPE products! If you need to protect yourself while working, we think you'll be very interested in these excellent online-only offers:
WAS: £5.73
NOW: £3.98
This yellow hard hat from LifeGear is tough, lightweight and durable impact protection. Made from ABS polymer for longer lasting protection, this hard hat with ratchet adjustment strap is perfect for keeping works safe on site.
WAS: £5.10
NOW: £3.54
These ear defenders feature large, foam-filled ear cups that protect your ears from loud noises. They're comfortable to wear, too!
WAS: £15.52
NOW: £10.78
Perfect for use with strimmers or hedge trimmers, these flexible and durable deerskin leather feature gel padding on palm to cushion against impact or shock and spandex fabric on the back with reinforced finger. Certified to EN388: 2003
These are just a few of the excellent PPE items on sale available at exclusive discount prices. Be sure to check out our PPE clearance range in full to take advantage of all the great sale prices currently on offer - and be quick, because once these products are out of stock, they're gone for good!
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