No Falls Week 2024’s mission is simple yet crucial: to raise awareness about the importance of safe working at height. Whether you work in construction, manufacturing, agriculture or any other sector, this campaign aims to equip you with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration to prevent falls and ensure everyone who works at height comes down safely.
Falls from heights are consistently the leading cause of workplace fatalities in the U.K.
No Falls Week 2024 – 13-17 May 2024
The latest figures from the HSE show that 40 people lost their lives due to a fall from height in 2022-2023. Falls from height were responsible for 30% of all workplace deaths.
The awareness week is organised by the No Falls Foundation, the first and only UK-based charity devoted exclusively to the work at height sector.
Data source: RIDDOR (Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations) – Kind of accident statistic in Great Britain, 2023
Whether you’re an employer, an employee, student, or anyone else involved in work at height there are countless ways to get involved;
- Spread the Word: Share our resources and messages on social media using #NoFallsWeek to raise awareness among your peers and networks.
- Host an Event: To encourage safe practices, organise workshops, toolbox talks, or safety demonstrations in your organisation.
- Become a Partner: Join to support this critical campaign and help reach more people with life-saving information and resources.
No Falls Foundation Pocket Guide:
Developed by the No Falls Foundation, this handy pocket guide highlights the key areas to consider before working at height.
The No Falls Foundation is devoted to people who work at height, is dedicated to preventing falls from height and helping people affected by the life-changing consequences.
It aims to foster greater awareness and understanding of the risks associated with working at height, better understand the causes of falls from height, and support those facing the aftermath of a fall from height.
Contact us for further information on how to get involved in No Falls Week 2024.
