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Height Safety Audits

What is a height safety audit?

A height safety audit in Australia is a process aimed at evaluating the safety measures and systems in place for workers who are required to work at heights. These audits are essential for ensuring that workplaces comply with relevant safety regulations and standards, thereby minimizing the risk of falls, which are a leading cause of workplace injuries and fatalities.


The audit involves a detailed inspection of a workplace or a specific worksite, focusing on all aspects of height safety. This includes evaluating existing systems, equipment, and procedures, and ensuring they are sufficient to protect workers from the risks associated with working at height.

Key Aspects Included in A height safety audit

Compliance with Legislation and Standards

Compliance with Legislation and Standards

Compliance with Legislation and Standards

 The audit checks that the workplace adheres to Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations, which are consistent across Australia. These regulations are governed by the Model Work Health and Safety Act and Regulations, along with Australian Standards such as AS 1891 for industrial fall-arrest systems and AS/NZS 4488 for industrial rope access systems. 

Risk Assessment and Hazard Identification

Compliance with Legislation and Standards

Compliance with Legislation and Standards

 A key component of the audit is identifying potential hazards associated with working at heights, such as unstable surfaces, poor access to heights, unprotected edges, or the use of inappropriate equipment.

Auditors assess whether there are systems in place for workers to identify hazards and manage risks, including the implementation of safe work procedures (SWPs) and proper training.

Height Safety Equipment Evaluation

Compliance with Legislation and Standards

Height Safety Equipment Evaluation

The audit reviews all equipment used for height safety, including fall protection systems (e.g., harnesses, lanyards, and fall-arrest devices), guardrails, safety nets, scaffolding, and ladders.

Ensuring that equipment is in good condition, regularly inspected, and compliant with Australian Standards (such as AS 1891.1 for fall-arrest devices) is a critical focus.

Workplace Access and Egress

Rescue Plans and Emergency Procedures

Height Safety Equipment Evaluation

 The audit evaluates the safety of access points to elevated areas. This includes assessing ladders, stairways, platforms, and elevating work platforms (EWPs). Safe access and egress routes are essential to prevent falls from height and to ensure workers can exit quickly in case of emergency. 

Rescue Plans and Emergency Procedures

Rescue Plans and Emergency Procedures

Rescue Plans and Emergency Procedures

 The audit assesses the availability and effectiveness of rescue plans for workers who may become injured or trapped while working at height. This includes having trained rescue personnel, adequate rescue equipment, and clear procedures for performing safe rescues. 

Documentation and Record-Keeping

Rescue Plans and Emergency Procedures

Rescue Plans and Emergency Procedures

 The audit ensures that proper records are kept, such as inspection logs for safety equipment, maintenance records, training certifications, and risk assessments. This documentation is critical for legal compliance and for tracking the safety status of the workplace. 

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If you require an audit do not hesitate to reach out!

Martin - Manager 0448 411 024 - martin@elevatedss.com.au Michael - Sales Manager 0418 323 749 - michael@elevatedss.com.au Josh - Production Manager 0458 411 028 - josh@elevatedss.com.au

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