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The low down on Single Point Anchor Standards – Settling the confusion
There has been quite a bit of confusion around the Australian and New Zealand Standard for ‘manufacturing requirements for single-point anchor device used for harness-based work at height’ (AS/NZS 5532: 2013). AS/NZS 5532 was introduced back in 2013 and remains the current standard which anchor points, one of the most critical fall protection devices, need […]
The highest standards of safety, quality and environmental management
The Anchor Safe team works hard to stay at the top of our game so you can rest easy, knowing you’re working with industry leaders in height safety, quality and compliance We’re proud to say we recently achieved certification in three key international standards: ISO 45001: 2018 Occupational Health & Safety ISO 9001: 2015 Quality […]
3 Secrets of Choosing a Height Safety Adviser
Falls are a major cause of death and serious injury in Australian workplaces: and preventing them is an ongoing and complex challenge for government and industry. More than ever, it is essential to choose the right experts to help keep your workers and rooftops secure – now and into the future. Three keys to selecting […]
Solar panel installation a specialist job
Energy price increases have created a solar energy boom with installations at their highest since 2012, when attractive solar subsidies were available. In 2009, the Home Insulation Program (HIP) created a surge of market activity over a short period of time. The number of ‘registered installers’ required to keep up with demand was so great […]
The hidden dangers of working at height
When it comes to working at height safely, don’t be caught out by hidden dangers. Environmental change can happen at any time which requires workers to be vigilant in looking for a change in risk profile. Being prepared for all circumstances comes with experience but can also come with some forward planning. Here are some […]
Working at Height Hierarchy of Control
In determining the type of height safety system required for a particular job it can be useful to apply a hierarchy of control. Using a risk prevention hierarchy it is possible to determine the highest level of control that can be achieved when working with a height hazard. The levels to be considered in prevention […]
Use our simple checklist to help prevent workplace falls
How safe are your employees when working at height? The majority of workplace falls can be avoided with proper planning, policies and procedures in place. Used regularly, our height safety checklist can keep your worksite and workers safe. Download checklist
SafeWork NSW Falls From Heights Action Plan
At Anchor Safe, we want everyone to get the message that safe working at heights is a must. Why? Because falling from heights is not only one of the biggest risks on any building or work site, it remains one of the biggest causes of death and injury on Australian work sites. SafeWork NSW is […]
SafeWork NSW Construction Blitz On Falls From Heights
Falling from heights is the number one killer on NSW construction sites. It’s vital that the industry does everything in its power to change this -particularly after the scaffolding accident on a building site in Macquarie Park last week. Initiatives like SafeWork NSW’s Construction Blitz On Falls From Heights are part of the drive towards […]
Queensland’s first Category 1 prosecution for ‘reckless conduct’
A Queensland company has been fined $1 million and the company director sentenced to one year in prison following a death from a fall from height. We’re sharing this information, not to call attention to the people involved, but because it’s a stark warning for all facility owners and managers regarding the serious consequences if […]
