Working at height: A brief guide

About this document

Issued by the Health and Safety Executive, this guide outlines employer responsibilities and safety measures to protect employees from falls while working at height, in accordance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005. It provides practical steps for planning, equipment selection, and risk assessment to ensure compliance and enhance workplace safety.

Useful for

• Work at Height Regulations 2005
• Employer responsibilities
• Risk assessment
• Falls from height prevention
• Equipment selection for height work
• Fragile surfaces safety
• Collective vs personal protection
• Emergency evacuation procedures
• Competence requirements for workers
• Common causes of height-related accidents
• Planning work at height
• Safety measures for roof work