That’s where STRICTPLAAN, a useful and memorable height safety planning framework, can help. It’s been devised to help those planning work or operating at height to remember the necessary steps to ensure all tradespersons get home safely at the end of each day.
• S – Scenario – Closely evaluate the scenario to determine if it’s necessary to work at height. Can you safely work with two feet on the ground? Most high-rise buildings will of course require window cleaners to work at height.
• TR – Threats and risks – Determine the threats and risks by undertaking a full and thorough risk assessment, as defined by the HSE. Being aware of all the risks and understanding how they can cause accidents or injury is the only way to eradicate them.
• I – Instigate – Once the risks have been defined, it’s time to instigate a strict plan that prevents the risk of personal injury.
• C – Competencies – Everyone working at height must have the relevant skills, knowledge, ability, and experience to do so. This is called worker competency.
• T – Training – Although not everyone is required to work at height and not all cleaning jobs require this, it’s best practice to ensure every member of staff who may be called upon for support is properly trained.
• P – PPE – There’s nothing more important to your health and safety when working at height than utilising the right PPE and safety equipment.
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• L – Look – Look at your equipment before each use: is it still in good shape? Is there any wear and tear? Is it safe to use? Inspecting each item is vital.
• A – Actionable – You must have an easy-to-action, well-drilled emergency evacuation and rescue plan ready to go.
• A – Assure – Good awareness of the relevant legislation to mitigate against any risks is essential. If you or your employees are working at height, you need to assure regulatory compliance.
• N – Never – Never get complacent. Train, train, and then train again. Training gives confidence, increases knowledge, and ensures you can clean windows on high-rise buildings as safely as possible.
Safe window cleaning
It’s a plain truth that working at height represents one of the greatest risks for those on-site. The STRICTPLAAN model provides a strong framework for high-rise window cleaners to follow to ensure they get home safely.
Leave no stone unturned. Be sure to understand the risks; conduct proper planning; implement effective training, procure high-quality PPE and safety equipment; and comply with all relevant legislation. Not doing so leaves window cleaners at risk of serious injury.
To download the STRICTPLAAN height safety guide, visit:
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