The Boys' Brigade North West District Training and Activity Centre, Lancashire, England | Working at Height & Climbing Restrictions

Last reviewed: March — Policies are reviewed annually or sooner where operational or legislative changes require.
1 Policy statement

Activities involving height present additional risk and must be controlled appropriately. The Centre operates in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and the Work at Height Regulations 2005.

2 General restrictions

Visitors must not climb on buildings, roofs, walls or other elevated structures unless participating in a supervised activity specifically designed for that purpose.

3 Trees and structures

Climbing trees, fences, trailers, skips, canoes or other equipment stored on site is not permitted.

4 Supervised activities

Activities involving height may only take place when delivered by trained staff or instructors and when appropriate safety measures and supervision are in place.

5 Unsafe behaviour

Unsafe behaviour may result in restrictions on activities or removal from the site if the safety of participants or others is compromised.

Activity safety

Planning climbing or height based activities

View activity guidance or contact us to confirm what is safe and permitted for your group.

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