Articles and posts about work-at-height safety devices and systems
Safety in wind turbine work is essential for carrying out the assembly, maintenance and repair of these structures safely. This requires specific training and the use of Personal Protective Equipment, which must be in good condition and comply with current regulations.
Read moreFind out what wind turbine maintenance involves and which standards apply. ✔️ Types, protocols, and safety measures for technicians.
Read moreHow do you climb a wind turbine? Learn about access systems, safety equipment, and the training required for rope access work on wind turbines. ✅
Read moreLifelines for work at height are among the most widely used fall protection systems on industrial roofs, photovoltaic installations, vertical ladders, structures, and maintenance areas. However, considerable confusion persists around…
Read moreLearn about the risks of photovoltaic installations and the safety equipment for work at height you need to comply with regulations. ✅ Protect your team.
Read moreIn the first YPSOS SAFETY blog post we are going to explain the reason for its origin, its meaning, its purpose, and some small details that will help you understand…
Read moreIn recent years, sales of personal protective equipment have soared, something that has been reflected on job sites. Employers and workers are increasingly aware of the importance of using this…
Read moreSometimes it is necessary to install special measures to increase safety and make work easier for users at height. This is the case with hinged landings or movable landings on…
Read moreWe already told you, in the brand presentation, that Ypsos Safety did not come alone; it was accompanied by four sub-brands that we were going to introduce little by little,…
Read moreIn the previous post we welcomed PIGNUS, one of YPSOS's sub-brands. PIGNUS is the name that refers to our safety nets. In this post we will take a closer look…
Read moreAs we mentioned in the first post, the Ypsos brand did not come alone; it was accompanied by four sub-brands, the first of which we have already welcomed. PIGNUS, as…
Read moreWork at height is classified as the most dangerous occupational activity, with the highest rate of serious and, in most cases, fatal accidents. The main risk is falling to a…
Read moreAs we saw in the post on collective protection, the most widely used and best known are edge protection guardrails. Within these we have two types according to the applicable…
Read moreIn the following post we will talk about testing in general, what it is, and what purpose it serves in the manufacture of fall protection devices. We will also go…
Read moreIn previous posts we welcomed ANANKE, our sub-brand that names our safety guardrails. We have also talked about the standards that govern them, and their requirements and specifications. In the…
Read moreIn the following post we will look at the different solutions within our PIGNUS brand for protecting translucent panels and roof domes, as well as the types of skylights that…
Read moreFollowing on from one of our previous posts, we will finish talking about edge protection guardrails. We will focus on the calculations and test methods that the standard establishes to…
Read moreWorkplace accidents caused by falls from height are an everyday occurrence; you only have to follow the news. Every week, one, two, or several incidents happen for this reason. What…
Read moreAs we mentioned in previous posts, the testing of our products is essential to guarantee their safety. They must have certain qualities and strengths to comply with current standards. But…
Read moreAs you know, this has been the first year of life of Ypsos Safety and we want to review everything we have done. Let's begin by explaining who we are,…
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