Every year, thousands of people across the UK work at height in industries such as construction, facilities management, warehousing, telecoms, maintenance and powered access. While these tasks are a normal part of daily operations, they also come with serious risks if the correct planning, training, and equipment are not in place.
That’s why No Falls Week 2026 is such an important campaign for the industry.
Taking place from 18th – 22nd May 2026, No Falls Week aims to raise awareness around safe working at height and encourage businesses to reinforce best practices that help prevent accidents, injuries and fatalities.
At Aerial Platforms Ltd, safety has always been at the core of what we do. From delivering well-maintained powered access equipment to supporting customers with the right machine selection and guidance, we understand the importance of helping people work safely and confidently at height.
Falls from height continue to be one of the leading causes of workplace fatalities and serious injuries in the UK. According to recent industry figures, falls from height account for a significant percentage of workplace deaths each year.
These incidents affect not only workers themselves, but also families, colleagues and businesses. Many accidents can be prevented through proper planning, risk assessments, suitable equipment, operator training and a strong safety culture on site.
No Falls Week was created to encourage businesses and workers to stop, think and put safety first whenever working at height is involved.
One of the biggest contributors to safe working at height is ensuring the correct equipment is being used for the task.
Using ladders or improvised access methods where a powered access machine would be safer can increase the risk of falls, instability and manual handling injuries. Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), including scissor lifts and boom lifts, provide safer and more efficient access solutions for many applications.
Whether the job is indoors, outdoors, on uneven terrain or at extreme height, selecting the correct machine is essential for both safety and productivity.
Even the safest machine can become dangerous if used incorrectly.
That’s why operator awareness, pre-use inspections and proper training are critical parts of any work at height activity. No Falls Week places strong focus on education and sharing practical guidance to help reduce accidents across the industry.
Simple steps like these can make a huge difference in preventing incidents.
Safety should never be viewed as a box-ticking exercise. The strongest businesses in the industry are those that actively encourage communication, accountability and continuous improvement around health and safety.
Many organisations supporting No Falls Week use the campaign as an opportunity to run toolbox talks, refresher sessions, equipment demonstrations and awareness activities throughout the week.
Creating a culture where employees feel comfortable raising concerns and discussing safety openly helps reduce complacency and keeps safety at the forefront of every project.
At Aerial Platforms, we are proud to support safe working at height every day through our growing nationwide depot network and extensive powered access fleet.
Our machines are serviced, inspected, cleaned and maintained by experienced staff before delivery, helping customers stay compliant and work safely on site.
Whether you need a compact indoor scissor lift, a rough terrain boom lift, or a specialist high-reach machine, our team can help you find the right solution for the job.
No Falls Week 2026 is an important reminder that every fall is preventable with the right preparation, equipment and mindset.
By continuing to raise awareness and prioritising safe working practices, the industry can work together to reduce accidents and ensure everyone gets home safely at the end of the day.
At Aerial Platforms, we remain committed to helping customers work safely, efficiently and confidently at height across every project and every site.