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Latest HSE stats show 50 workers died due to a fall from height in 2023/24 in Great Britain – an increase of 22% from 2022/23 which saw 41 deaths. Read the full AIF response: ecs.page.link/2oTbB

There's one simple action UK residents can take before 4 July elections in support of work at height safety, but time is running out. Please go now & share our manifesto with your local election candidates before polls open on Thurs. ➡️Take action today: accessindustryforum.org.uk/support-our-ca…

General Election Notice: Following the Dissolution of Parliament on 30 May, the APPG on Working at Height has temporarily ceased to exist. We will reconvene after polling day (4 July).

NFU members | As chair of @FSP_England, NFU Deputy President David Exwood (@DavidatWestons) has warned that the Health & Safety Executive's decision to halt farm inspections poses significant risks to the health & safety of agricultural workers. Read more👉ow.ly/KAb050Rtnff

New Launch > NASC launches an inspiring talent solution – scaffoldingcareers.com to address the skills gap in the UK scaffolding industry. With demand skyrocketing, finding skilled professionals is more critical than ever. Here's what makes our new talent solution valuable: 🔷 User-Friendly Platform: Connects aspiring candidates with reputable employers seamlessly. 🔷 Promoting Excellence: Bridging the gap between talent supply and industry demand, promoting a culture of excellence and innovation. 🔷 Comprehensive Talent Pack: Exclusive to NASC members, featuring display materials and interactive equipment to inspire and educate potential candidates. 🔗 Visit scaffoldingcareers.com and find out how you can get involved! #TalentSolution #ScaffoldingCareers #NASC #UKJobs #CareerGrowth #InnovationInRecruitment

News > A scaffolder has been fined £750 and ordered to pay costs of £643 for not wearing a harness while working at height. His employer faced a more substantial penalty of £15,000 plus £5,000 in costs. ow.ly/y4ix50ScPxJ

With #NoFallsWeek on the horizon, we thought it’s the perfect opportunity to (re)introduce the Access Industry Forum and explain a bit more about what we do and how we can help you! Read more > lnkd.in/eh-KkBPZ #workatheight #NoFallsWeek

News > A prominent work-at-height charity has introduced the pioneering initiative No Falls Week to address one of the most pressing dangers in construction. ow.ly/SLLH50QT9l2 #WorkAtHeight #ConstructionSafety #NoFallsWeek #SafetyAtWork

Introducing your full list of winners for the 2024 International Awards for Powered Access 👏 👉 bit.ly/IAPAWinners #IAPAawards

Refresh your ladder knowledge by exploring our free ladder safety guidance! We have practical tips for safe ladder use, easy-to-follow graphics, info on current ladder standards, and details about ladder training! Take a look: ladderassociation.org.uk/guidance/ #laddersafety

We are excited to be launching our first #NoFallsWeek - a powerful campaign from @No_Falls taking place 13-17 May 2024, dedicated to promoting safe working at height. Find out more and sign up to participate using this link nofallsweek.org

Toady is #BlueMonday & Mind has the right take on it ⤵ Remember, we have just launched our new SG38 #mentalhealth guidance too: nasc.org.uk/blog/article/n… #ItHasToBeNASC #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #NASC

Make ladder training a resolution you'll keep this New Year! Ladders can be fairly simple pieces of work equipment, but you still need to be competent to use them...and that's where training comes in! Browse courses> ladderassociation.org.uk/training/ #laddersafety

New HSE statistics show another year of little improvement in workplace falls from height. The AIF is renewing our call for a simplified system of reporting to more accurately reflect the cause of workplace accidents: accessindustryforum.org.uk/2023/11/28/wor… Infographic©Access Industry Forum 2023

Trigger Warning. 4 in 5 suicides are by men. This is why we’re urging you to start the conversation about mental health during Men's Health Awareness Month. Download free resources: bit.ly/MinMresources or, find support: bit.ly/3ruC8c8 #MensHealth

Our latest market surveillance report 'Consumer Safety - It All Hinges on Safe Products' is out! We tested the 'Top 10' multipurpose ladders online, inc the top 3 products listed on Amazon and eBay. Read the results: ow.ly/X6PF50PR7Vf #laddersafety #marketsurveillance

Have you been ladder trained? Or don't think you need training, they're simple, right? Ladders can be fairly simple pieces of work equipment, but you still need to be competent to use them...and that's where training comes in! Browse courses> ladderassociation.org.uk/training/ #laddersafety

The AIF, and a number of our members (ATLAS, NASC, PASMA, Ladder Association), are delighted to be attending the upcoming London Work at Height Seminar (LWAHS) at the prestigious London Guildhall on Thursday 20 July 2023. Further info and tickets at lwahs.co.uk

Read our latest update on the Retained EU Law (Revocation and Reform) Bill following this week's debate in the House of Commons > accessindustryforum.org.uk/2022/12/01/wor…

The latest edition of the AIF newsletter is here - bringing you updates from the work at height sector, industry developments and news from AIF member organisations. Read it here: lnkd.in/ezQAPPJE Subscribe to receive your copy here: lnkd.in/ePMz7YH2