Working at Heights Regulation - Poster - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

An essential workplace safety tool designed to inform employees, contractors, and visitors about the risks and legal requirements associated with working at heights. Falls from height are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities, so this poster serves as a clear reminder of the precautions, equipment, and safe practices that must be followed to prevent accidents.

Using this poster ensures compliance with the Work at Height Regulations 2005 (UK), which require employers to assess risks, provide appropriate training, and implement control measures when employees work at height. The poster reinforces key safety procedures, such as the use of harnesses, guardrails, ladders, scaffolding, and fall arrest systems. It also reminds staff to follow safety protocols, inspect equipment, and report hazards before starting work.

Placement of the poster is crucial for effectiveness. It should be displayed in areas where work at height is routinely performed, such as construction sites, maintenance zones, warehouses with high shelving, and industrial facilities. Positioning the poster at eye level ensures that all employees can easily see it and reference it during inductions, briefings, or daily work planning. Durable or laminated posters are recommended for high-traffic or outdoor areas.

Additionally, displaying a Working at Heights Regulations poster promotes a culture of safety awareness and accountability. It reinforces the importance of hazard prevention, supports training and compliance, and encourages employees to take personal responsibility for their safety. Consistently visible signage helps reduce falls and injuries, ensures adherence to legal requirements, and demonstrates the organisation’s commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.

This poster says:
The Work at Height Regulations 2005 are applicable to work of any kind at height, where there is a risk of a fall that may cause personal injury
What an employee must do: 1. Report any potential or existing safety hazard to employer. 2. Follow any training and instructions provided by employer (unless the employee deems it to be unsafe, in which instance any concerns should be reported back before undertaking work). 3. Use the appropriate equipment provided

Duty holders are required to: 1. Avoid carrying out work at height wherever possible and reasonable. 2. Where working at height cannot be prevented, use work equipment or undertake other steps to prevent falls. 3. Where a risk of a fall cannot be eliminated, use work equipment or other appropriate measures to reduce the height and consequences of a potential fall

What an employer must do: 1. Must undertake any and all reasonably practicable steps to prevent falling. 2. Follow the Regulations simple hierarchy for managing and selecting equipment for work at height

Regulations requirement on duty holders: 1. Ensure all work at height is properly planned and organised, taking account of weather conditions that could endanger the safety of personnel. 2. Provide adequate training to ensure those working at height are competent to undertake work. 3. Ensure place and height of work is safe. 4. Appropriately inspect all equipment provided for work at height. 5. Properly control the risks from fragile surfaces. 6. Control the risks from falling objects.

Materials Explained

Any product outside of our standard choice of material/size range starts with a 5. This may include items such as rolls of tape, sign frames, floor graphics or banners. Below you can find a more detailed description of the miscellaneous material options available for this sign design.

Rigid Plastic: This lightweight, gloss white PVC is resistant to weather, moisture, chemicals, and general wear and tear, making it suitable for harsh environments. Its smooth, solid surface allows for crisp printing of text and graphics, enhancing readability and visual impact. Businesses who choose Rigid Plastic signs benefit from fewer replacements and minimal maintenance, making it a practical investment for reliable and effective safety signs.