Logic Supports the HSE Ladder Exchange Initiative
Logic Supports the HSE Ladder Exchange Initiative
Friday, 28 August 2009 13:26
The Ladder Exchange Initiative is simple; if you have a ladder which is bent, broken or battered you can part exchange it for a new one at any one of the HSE partner outlets who are offering discounts on the sales of all ladders at very competitive rates.
This year the Ladder Exchange Initiative will run from 1 September until 31 December 2009.
What has been achieved so far
Over the last two years HSE has worked collaboratively with Local Authorities, and several partner outlets, to remove over 5,500 ‘dodgy’ ladders from the workplace.. As a result of these successes, Ladder Exchange will now be an annual initiative.
Why is this now an annual initiative?
During 2007/8 58 workers died and 3623 suffered a serious injury as a result of a fall from height. Ladders remain the most common agent involved and account for more than a quarter of all reported falls from height incidents.
Shattered Lives Ladder Exchange Initiative 2009 - Discounts and how to get involved
It's still not too late to prevent a shattered life.
It is easy to get involved. If you need to use a ladder, make sure it’s in a good working condition, safe to use and it’s the right ladder for the job. Inspection is such a crucial component of using ladders safely. Check your ladder before you use it; if it’s broken, damaged or bent then ‘Ladder Exchange’ is an opportunity to part exchange your old ladder for a new one and get a discount of up to 50%.
A number of key partners have already made a firm commitment to work in partnership with HSE this year. HSE will be working with local authority inspectors, manufacturers and retailers to help those using ladders to work safely.
To find out more about those involved visit:
- ABRU
- Clow Group LTD
- HSS Hire
- Ladderstore.com
- Ladder & Fencing Industries (Newent) Ltd
- SGB Hire and Sale
- Speedy Hire
- TB Davies
- The Ladder Association
- Youngman Group
- Zarges uk
If your company would like to get involved in the initiative and become a partner outlet please e-mail
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Using a ‘dodgy' ladder can shatter lives. Gary Jaundrill’s story is one such incident.
Logic SHE Solutions is working to raise awareness of this event with our clients and other professionals within the industry.
