Working at height

Roofs - working safely on

Guidance on managing risk when working on roofs, including controls to prevent falls from roofs and the use of safety equipment

Elevating work platforms

Elevating work platforms are complex pieces of machinery which are often used in hazardous conditions. Using these safely – managing slopes, wind, power lines, and other factors – is important to reduce the likelihood of injury.

Safe use of safety nets

A fall from a height is likely to result in a serious injury. By installing safety nets below a high-level work area, there is less likelihood that the person will be injured if they fall.

Scaffolding in New Zealand

Advice on the safe design, use, and maintenance of scaffolding.

Working safely at height

Preventing falls should be actively managed so that people working at height are kept safe. We have produced a variety of guidance about working safely at height.

Equipment for working at height

Selecting and operating the right equipment for working at height is an important part of managing a safe worksite

Safe working with ladders and stepladders

This fact sheet is for anyone considering using a ladder or stepladder in a workplace.

Working at height in New Zealand

Good practice guide providing practical guidance to employers, contractors, workers and all others engaged in work associated with working at height

Safety alert: Maintaining, inspecting and re-certifying permanent anchorage systems

This safety alert highlights the need to maintain, inspect and re-certify permanently installed anchorages for rope access and fall arrest systems after installation.