TOPIC 2 - Highly Commended - 2024114
The Readymix division has undertaken a replacement programme for cement silos, which has involved the installation of 26 silos. The intention is to provide greater capacity and replace ageing infrastructure.
The opportunity was taken to improve access to the top of the silos for maintenance and inspection purposes. Traditionally access to has been by vertical ladders, which require an element of physical exertion and a risk of fall from height.
The company was getting feedback from colleagues that it was becoming increasingly difficult for our ageing workforce to cope with the climbs.
This entry relates to Fatal 3 - Work at height.
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