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Research Report 234 Improving health and safety in construction: phase 2 - depth and breadth: volume 5 - falls from height: underlying causes and risk control in the construction industry
Publication Year
2004
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Describes a study into the underlying influences on, and control of, falls from height in the construction industry. Analyses have given an insight into the underlying organisational and human factors influencing falls from heights, risk control measures, and their potential effectiveness. Key areas for risk reduction and management were also identified.
Document History
This document may not reflect current standards and regulations but is available for reference only.
ISBN
9780717628544
Publisher Information
Health and Safety Executive
The Health and Safety Executive work to protect the health and safety of people in the workplace by minimising risks. They achieve this through research, information and advice, promoting training, new or revised regulations and codes of practice, inspection, investigation and enforcement.
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