Since it was announced in 2017 that a review was underway of the Australian and New Zealand Standard, AS/NZS 5532, there has been significant confusion as to whether this Standard, relating to single point anchors, was relevant. On 18th September 2019, the Working At Height Association (WAHA) issued a Compliance Statement confirming that single point […]
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The is designed, manufactured and tested in accordance with AS/NZS 5532 and AS/NZS 1891.4. Australian Standard AS/NZS 5532 The industry has been holding its breath in anticipation for a revision to this Standard, and the ensuing impact that it would have when and if any changes were made. Well, the wait is over and […]
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There are many anchors on the market, some good and some not so good, but how do you tell the difference and ensure that the ones you are choosing to install will result in compliant systems and most importantly be able to safely arrest a fall? The is designed, manufactured and tested in accordance with […]
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When ensuring correct system selection, it is vital to understand working at heights terminology. Below is a a simple explanation of these three different terms which are used extensively in the height safety industry. It is very important to follow the HIERARCHY OF CONTROL which can be defined as: Eliminate the risk by undertaking the […]
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Scenario One You are asked by your client to design a roof access and fall protection system. Roof anchors are chosen for their flexibility, cost benefits and ease of installation. The plans are drawn up and building works are completed, and the systems that you have specified are installed. Months later you are contacted by […]
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Released in July 2018 by WAHA, the Working At Height Association, this code is a welcome addition to the height safety industry. Why has this code been written? As many of you will be aware, the height safety industry has been, for the most part, governed by self-certification. As an industry, there has been a […]
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As architects or building designers you are experts at creating functional, safe and aesthetically pleasing buildings and structures. That is what you do. But what do you know about access and fall protection system design? According to Work Health & Safety laws designers must ensure “that any structure being designed to be used as a […]
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UPDATED 21.08.2018 Do your systems comply? With the changes to the AS1657:2018 is it time to check if your buildings, practices and systems are still up to standard? Contact the sales team on 1300 301 755 or sales@sayfa.com.au to organise a height safety audit. Why not conduct our 3 minute HEIGHT SAFETY HEALTH CHECK and […]
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