Safety Analysis of Working at Height

Introduction

Working at Height has been considered as a task with high risk profile for many years worldwide. A multitude of topics are discussed in this article such as Unprotected Openings or Edges, Walking & Working Surfaces, Portable & Fixed Ladders, fall protection and emergency response & medical treatment. Actively involved a wide variety of industrials, including pharmaceutical, fine chemical, pulp & paper, electronics and machinery, the author understands the special importance of risk control of Working at Height and would like share some technology based experience and know-how to raise workers’ awareness and enhance their knowledge in the…