Work at Height Rescue Plans and the Effects of Suspension Trauma
Monday, July 07, 2008
The Work at Height Regulations require that the work is planned and this includes planning for emergencies and rescues. This is particularly important if someone is suspended for any length of time as they may suffer from suspension trauma.
Do you know what to do if they are unconscious and the factors you need to consider when planning?
Articles covering some of these issues can be found from the:
WAHSA (Work at Height Safety Association) http://www.hse.gov.uk/falls/downloads/rescue.pdf
To read more on the HSE new guidance...
