Charity launches No Falls Week Hannah Williams, Charity Manager, No Falls Foundation
A powerful campaign to promote safe working at height No Falls Week 13-17 May 2024
40 people lost their lives due to a fall from height in 2022-2023. Falls from height were responsible for 30% of all workplace deaths. Every year thousands of non-fatal falls take place – it’s estimated to be as many as 100 every day. Getting Involved in No Falls Week Employers can get involved in No Falls Week by organising various activities tailored to their specific industry and workforce. This may include hosting toolbox talks, workshops or safety demonstrations, distributing informational materials, and engaging in social media campaigns. The foundation provides a toolkit with resources and guidelines to assist organisations in planning and implementing activities during No Falls Week. By actively participating, employers not only contribute to the broader safety narrative but also demonstrate their dedication to the well- being of their employees. To sign up for No Falls Week or for more information visit https:/ nofallsweek.org/ get-involved/
The No Falls Foundation, the charity dedicated to the work at height sector is proud to be launching its first ever No Falls Week, a powerful campaign dedicated to promoting safe working at height. No Falls Week’s mission is simple yet crucial: to raise awareness about the importance of safe working at height. Taking place on May 13- 17, 2024, No Falls Week will provide the opportunity for organisations in all sectors to focus on work at height safety. Work at height encompasses all sectors including the audio visual, aerial and satellite industry. Our campaign aims to equip organisations with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration to prevent falls and ensure everyone that works at height comes down safely. Why No Falls Week matters Falls from height are consistently the leading cause of workplace fatalities in the U.K. The latest figures from the HSE show that
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