Safety Net Standard Launched by BSI
BSI British Standards has published a new British Standard: BS 8411:2007 Code of practice for safety nets on construction sites and other works.
This key publication provides essential guidance and recommendations on the safe use, erection and effective maintenance of safety nets on construction sites and other works where there is risk of a fall.
Falls from height remain the most common kind of accident causing fatal injuries and mainly involve roofs, ladders, scaffolds and raised platforms. In 2005/06 there were a total of 59 fatal injuries to workers in the construction industry*.
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