THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY

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1 THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY HOW WILL THE NEW HEALTH AND SAFETY AT WORK ACT 2015 AFFECT YOU? Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 1

2 Last year more than 23,000 people were severely injured or killed in New Zealand work places. On 4 April, the Health and Safety at Work Act (HSWA) comes into force bringing new responsibilities for everyone in the workplace. The new law is part of a reform package aimed at reducing the number of serious work-related injuries and deaths in New Zealand by at least 25 percent by Current regulations are being easily misinterpreted or incorrectly applied and duty holders having difficulty knowing their responsibilities and whether they have done enough to comply. Disclaimer - The information provided on the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 is intended to provide information about our services and products. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information set out in this document is accurate. The information provided doesn t replace or alter the laws of New Zealand and other official guidelines or requirements. The information provided on the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 by PBI Height Safety Limited should not be used as a substitute for business, tax, accounting, legal or any other professional advice. PBI Height Safety Limited does not accept any responsibility or liability whatsoever, whether in contract, tort, equity or otherwise, for any action taken, or reliance placed, as a result of reading any part, or all, of the information in this document for any error, inadequacy, deficiency, flaw in or omission from the information provided in this document. All references to other websites or organisations not within PBI Height Safety Limited are provided for convenience only and are not, and should not be taken as, endorsement of those websites or any information contained in those websites. PBI Height Safety Limited does not accept any legal liability for any damage or loss that may result, either directly or indirectly, from any information contained in this document or any actions taken as a result of the content of this document.

3 Falls from heights are the single biggest cause of death or serious injury in the construction and renovation industry. Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 3

4 CREATING A ZERO HARM ENVIRONMENT WORKING AT HEIGHTS

5 Everyone has a role to play in keeping people safe. Everyone has a role to play in keeping people safe and healthy at work, but with responsibilities that match what people can reasonably influence and manage. A PCBU (Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking) with the primary duty to ensure Health and Safety. A PCBU will usually be a business entity, such as a company, rather than an individual person unless they are a sole trader or a self-employed person. More than 1 PCBU may have a duty imposed under the Act. An Officer is any person occupying the position of a director of the company (by whatever name called). A Worker is defined as anyone who carries out work in any capacity for a PCBU (an employee). Health and safety representatives provide workers with a formal, visible way for them to have a say in work health and safety. HSRs also provide a voice for workers who might not otherwise speak up about work health and safety matters. Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 5

6 Businesses have a duty to provide effective, on-going ways for you to make suggestions, raise ideas, or take other steps to improve health and safety at work.

7 We are now required to cooperate and coordinate around how we manage risks collectively. Duty to manage risk A duty imposed under this Act requires the person to eliminate risks to health and safety, so far as is reasonably practicable. A duty under this Act may not be transferred to another person. A Person may have more than 1 duty. More than 1 person may have same duty. Duty to consult other duty holders if more than 1 person has a duty in relation to the same matter Duty of self-employed persons must, so far as is reasonably practicable, ensure his or her own health and safety while at work. A PCBU must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the health and safety of workers and that other people are not put at risk by its work. Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 7

8 Everyone has a right to a healthy and safe work environment, and the only way we can achieve this is by working together.

9 Who is best placed to have influence and control? This will be dependent on what is reasonably practicable in the circumstances. For example, at a large building site cooperation and coordination will be needed between the construction firm, the principal contractor, electricians, carpenters, and bricklayers. Each has responsibility for the health and safety of workers on site as well as others eg visitors. Together they will make sensible arrangements that reflect who has the most influence over which area of work. What is Reasonably practicable? A PCBU must ensure that a duty reasonably able to be done in relation to ensuring health and safety, taking into account and weighing up all relevant matters. A PCBU must ensure the health and safety of workers and that other people are not put at risk by its work. (eg employees or contractors, including their subcontractors or workers) A PCBU who is a self-employed person must also ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, his or her own health and safety while at work. Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 9

10 The Act significantly increases the category of offences The Act significantly increases the category of offenses, with a threetiered hierarchy being introduced, along with a range of other offending provisions. The Act then imposes across all three tiers a six-fold increase in fines from the Act. Recklessness PCBU - $3 million fine; Officer - $600, fine and/or five years imprisonment; Worker - $300, fine and/or five years imprisonment. Risk of death/serious injury/illness PCBU - $1.5 million fine; Officer - $300, fine; Worker - $150, fine. Failure to comply with a duty PCBU - $500, fine; Officer - $100, fine; Worker - $50, fine. Failure to notify a notifiable event PCBU - $50, fine; Worker - $10, fine.

11 How do I minimise risk? A PCBU must, as soon as possible after becoming aware that a notifiable event arising out of the conduct of the business or undertaking has occurred, ensure that the regulator is notified of the event. A notification may be given by telephone or in writing (including by , or other electronic means); and must be given by the fastest possible means in the circumstances. A PCBU must keep a record of each notifiable event for at least 5 years from the date on which notice of the event is given to the regulator. Working to Best Practice The requirement for fall protection is defined by law, and to guidelines set out by safety standards authorities. The Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment publishes the Best practice guidelines for working at height in New Zealand. The guidelines provide practical guidance to employers, contractors, employees and all other engaged in work associated with working at height and how they can meet their obligations under the Health & Safety at Work Act 2015 and its associated reforms and regulations. Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 11

12 Selecting the right method of fall protection is no longer a case of just choosing a fall arrest harness and hoping there will be an anchor point nearby.

13 Eliminating, isolating and minimalising hazards from working at height Where possible, if the job can be done by working on the ground, this is the best option. However, elimination is not always possible. Isolating is a method of control for working at height. This includes using safe working platforms, guardrail systems, edge protection, scaffolding, elevated work platforms, mobile scaffolds and barriers to restrict access. If isolation is not practicable then steps should be taken to minimise the likelihood of any harm resulting from falling. This means considering the use of work positioning systems or restraint and fall arrest systems. PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 13

14 Typical metal roofing setup first ladder access DANGER ZONE DANGER ZONE Second ladder access Z+52 MH-2 ZRL-15 AZ-200 TPLK PJ-501 AZ-160 ZERO CONSTRUCTION MANTA PRO MULTI-ROLE SAFETY HELMET ZERO LINOSTOP ROPELINE ZERO ROOF ANCHOR TO GO TEMPORARY ANCHOR LINE ZERO SCREW GATE OVAL KARABINER DIVISIONARY ANCHOR Safety Warning - The technical information in this catalogue concerning the various activities of work at heights are examples only and must be integrated into your initial risk assessment for any particular job, before the work begins. The specific regulations and best practices of individual industries must be recognised. The techniques pointed out in this catalogue are general but are not intended to have any educational value; the use of these techniques and the relative PPE must be preceded by specific, professional education and training.

15 Linesman & rigger Z+87R ZERO PLUS ISOTOWER APX-A1 APEX FLASH HELMET PJ501 ZERO SCREW GATE OVAL KARABINER YAG-004 AUTOROPE GRAB DEVICE ZF-725 WEBBING ADJUSTABLE POLE STRAP KERNMANTLE TACTIX ROPE Vertical fixed ladder BW-260/1.5 ZERO TWIN ELASTICATED LIMITED LANYARD Z+71/R ZERO WORK RESCUE APX-05 APEX MULTI HELMET PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 15

16 Confined space Z-30 ZERO UTITLITY APX-05 APEX MULTI HELMET RUP-502/20 ZERO RESCUE LIFTING WINCH CW-240/15 ZERO RETRACTABLE INERTIA REEL TM-9 ZERO TM-9 ALUMINIUM TRIPOD 229CM ZSB ZERO SPREADER BAR Z-35/R ZERO UTITLITY MH-3 MANTA EXTREME HELMET Scaffolding & pylons Z+52 ZERO CONSTRUCTION ARMOUR WORK HELMET ABM-2T5E ELASTICATED TWIN LANYARD Safety Warning - The technical information in this catalogue concerning the various activities of work at heights are examples only and must be integrated into your initial risk assessment for any particular job, before the work begins. The specific regulations and best practices of individual industries must be recognised. The techniques pointed out in this catalogue are general but are not intended to have any educational value; the use of these techniques and the relative PPE must be preceded by specific, professional education and training.

17 Technical rigging Z+90 ZERO PLUS ABSEIL MH-2 MANTA PRO MULTI-ROLE SAFETY HELMET ABM-2T5E ELASTICATED TWIN LANYARD ZE-320/20 ZERO TEMPORARY STATIC LIFELINE AF-130 ZERO PROT 3 ROPE ADJUSTABLE WORK POSITIONING DEVICE ZS-120 ZERO ANCHOR WEBBING SLING Loading dock Z-30 ZERO UTILITY APX-05 APEX MULTI HELMET ST-020 RAIL/BEAM ANCHOR CLAMP CR-300/18 HEAVY DUTY RETRACTABLE INERTIA REEL PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 17

18 Metal roof anchor & access Z-30 ZERO UTILITY ZC-109 ARMOUR WORK HELMET TPLK TEMPORARY ANCHOR LINE ABM ZERO SHOCK ABSORBER PACK SAFE WORKING AREA WITH THIS ANCHOR PLACEMENT TACTIX 12MM ROPE AZ-200 ZERO ROOF ANCHOR TO GO AC-040 GUIDED ROPE FALL ARRESTER Diversionary roof anchor Z+32 ZERO PLUS TRADESMAN TPLK TEMPORARY ANCHOR LINE ZRL-15 ZERO LINOSTOP ROPELINE APX-05 APEX MULTI HELMET SAFE WORKING AREA WITH THIS ANCHOR PLACEMENT CLAW 500 DIVISIONARY ANCHOR Safety Warning - The technical information in this catalogue concerning the various activities of work at heights are examples only and must be integrated into your initial risk assessment for any particular job, before the work begins. The specific regulations and best practices of individual industries must be recognised. The techniques pointed out in this catalogue are general but are not intended to have any educational value; the use of these techniques and the relative PPE must be preceded by specific, professional education and training.

19 Static line roof with retractable Z+32 ZERO PLUS TRADESMAN APX-05 APEX MULTI HELMET CR-200/10 ZERO PLUS TRADESMAN AZ-800 WIRE LANYARD WITH SHOCKABSORBER ZE-320/20 ZERO TEMPORARY STATIC LIFELINE Scaffolding Elevated work platform ABM-TX3 ZERO SINGLE ADJUSTABLE WEBBING LANYARD WITH SNAPHOOKS Z-30 APX-05 CR-02X APX-05 Z-30 ZERO UTITLITY APEX MULTI HELMET TWIN RETRACTABLE PERSONAL LANYARD APEX MULTI HELMET ZERO UTITLITY PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 19

20 All harness work requires training and competence and only trained and competent personnel can install and use harness systems on site.

21 Training Persons not trained should be inducted by the system installer or other qualified persons before they are permitted to use the system. They should also be supervised at all times by another person who is also trained and competent. For workers who are to complete basic work while using restraint methods, a recommended means of achieving competence is NZQA Unit Standard Use a safety harness for personal fall prevention when working at height, oran equivalent or higher qualification. A recommended means of obtaining competence for workers who are involved in planning, installing, operating fall arrest systems and supervising staff is NZQA Unit Standard Use, install and disestablish proprietary fall arrest systems when working at height or an equivalent or higher level of qualification. NZQA Unit Standard is a prerequisite for achieving NZQA Unit Standard Compliance New Zealand s Standards AS/NZS :2009 give specific descriptions of competency required for the various roles of work at height Height Safety Equipment Inspector A person who is competent in the skills needed to detect faults in height safety equipment and to determine remedial action Height safety manager A person who is competent in the selection, design, manufacture or installation of height safety systems or equipment, or the development of control measures or work practices Height Safety Operator A person who is able to perform harness based work at heights under the direct practices Height Safety Supervisor A person who is competent in the skills needed to perform harness based work at heights, to supervise other operators including those at entry level and to participate in the first response rescue. The skill sets and unit standard training required for each competency type is further described in AS/NZS ;2009, Training and Competency. Safety Officers should acquaint themselves with these prerequisites. PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 21

22 Anyone who has been trapped or suspended in their harness is at risk of serious life threatning effects or death.

23 Never work alone when using a fall arrest systems. Anywhere a system allows for a fall, there is a requirement for on-site rescue capability. The greater the risk of unconscious suspension or injury in a harness, the greater the need for an appropriate rescue response. Planning a rescue A rescue plan should be developed before installing the harness system. It is critical that a suspended worker can be promptly rescued. A pre-rigged retrieval system is a good way of ensuring prompt rescue. A rescue plan should consider: The rescue method, i.e. use of a crane or elevating work platform available equipment responsibilities and training communication medical requirements involving the emergency service. ZERO AR-010 Rescue Descent Kit Zero Rescue Descent Kit is an evacuation and rescue unit designed to rescue/recover a person at height. Escape MK ll device is used for lowering only, and can be used during rescue operations at height for workers who are suspended in PPE equipment. PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 23

24 Rescue by descent Z+32 ZERO PLUS TRADESMAN APX-01 APEX FLASH HELMET AR-010 RESCUE DESCENT KIT KZ ABM-RLH ZC-1879 Z-30/N TYTAN HOT WORKS HELMET ZERO SINGLE ADJ ROPE LANYARD WITH KARABINERS FOR HOT WORKS AXION GLOVE ZERO HOT WORKS Rescue Z+32 ZERO PLUS TRADESMAN APX-05 APEX MULTI HELMET AR-010 RESCUE DESCENT KIT Safety Warning - The technical information in this catalogue concerning the various activities of work at heights are examples only and must be integrated into your initial risk assessment for any particular job, before the work begins. The specific regulations and best practices of individual industries must be recognised. The techniques pointed out in this catalogue are general but are not intended to have any educational value; the use of these techniques and the relative PPE must be preceded by specific, professional education and training.

25 Choosing the right helmet for working at height Many industrial helmets are only designed to protect the head from falling objects. For work at height, it is essential that in the event of an uncontrolled fall the helmet is retained on the head and can withstand multiple point impacts. AS/NZS does not meet these requirements. The EN12492 standard is designed around the user being the falling object. Therefore the helmet is multiple impact rated and has a non-releasing EN12492 chinstrap insuring the helmet stays on the head in the event of a fall. 3KG 5KG AT 2M 3KG 1M 100 1M JOULES EN12492 helmets should be checked for industrial compatibility ratings before use. EN12492 Slips, trips and falls 5KG AT 2M 5KG AT 0.5M 3KG 1M 100 JOULES 3KG 1M 3KG 1M 5KG AT 0.5M 25 JOULES 5KG AT 0.5M 25 JOULES 25 JOULES 5KG AT 0.5M 25 JOULES 3KG 1M 5KG AT 0.5M 25 JOULES Helmets can greatly enhance injury mitigation when used in work at height systems offering the user protection in the case of unexpected adverse events. CROWN IMPACT TEST 5KG AT 0.5M MULTI SIDE IMPACT TEST Refer to Best Practice Guidelines for Industrial Rope Access in New Zealand. 3KG 1M 5KG AT 0.5M 25 JOULES 25 JOULES 5KG AT 0.5M 25 JOULES 3KG 1M 5KG AT 0.5M 25 JOULES 5KG AT 0.5M 25 JOULES APEX Multi Helmet Designed to mountaineering certification (EN12492) with a collation of the best design features for an industrial quality helmet for work at height and general site safety. Impact and penetration protection meets and exceeds AS/NZS L1H VA VA V4KK PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 25

26 Together we ll make the changes needed to get everyone, who goes to work, home healthy and safe.

27 APX-05 APEX MULTI HELMET ALL OF PBI HEIGHT SAFETY PRODUCTS ARE FULLY COMPLIANT WITH RELEVANT NEW ZEALAND SAFETY GUIDELINES Industrial Fall Arrest Systems & Devices AS/NZS1891 Parts 1 to 4, Manufacturing Requirements for Single Point Anchor Devices AS/NZS 5532:2013, Portable Ladders AS/NZS1892, Industrial Rope Access Systems AS/NZS , Fixed Platforms, Walkways and Ladders AS/NZS 1657:1992 & AS 1657:2013, Confined Space AS/NZS 2865:2001 Z+32 ZERO PLUS TRADESMAN SMK Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 PBI Height Safety Limited THE FUTURE OF HEIGHT SAFETY 27

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