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Working at heights
Learn more about safely working at heights, with information from our official standard and the procedures and guidelines that support it.
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General information
In New Zealand, many serious and fatal accidents happen each year as a result of falls.
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Working at heights standard
This standard defines working at height, and states the minimum requirements that are required to be carried out when working at height is being performed.
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Working at heights procedures
These procedures support the Working at Height Standard.
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Ladder safety
Where working at height cannot be eliminated, using a ladder is the least preferred and usually the least safe option. Always determine if a ladder is the best and safest means of carrying out the activity.