45+ years height safety experience

Height safety and
fall prevention experts

End to end
height safety services

150 clients across
Australia

Height safety engineering and compliance, done right

We’re experts in height safety risk and compliance so you don’t have to be. With certified experts across Australia, gain independent height safety compliance and risk advice you can trust. No product pushing, with solutions and services focused on you and your height safety needs.

Together we can keep your business and workers safe. Fall injuries are one of the top causes of workplace fatalities. Workplace Access & Safety was established in 1997 to help workplaces meet their obligations under the working at heights legislation and to prevent such tragedies. Today, as specialists in Australian height safety services, we are a market leader in our space providing high-quality and cost-effective inspection, design, and advisory services to both industry and government.

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Workplace Access & Safety: Specialists in Australian Height Safety Services

We provide inspection and certification of height safety systems so that clients and their contractors can safely access their roofs for routine maintenance purposes together with auditing and design consultation for Working at Heights systems.

The Importance of a Robust Height Safety System

The purpose of a height safety system is to minimise the risks associated with slips, trips, and falls while working at a height. Without robust health and safety process in place, you leave your organisation in danger of breaching workplace health and safety regulations. And, if you’re not providing a safe workplace for your employees and contractors, you run the risk of prosecution which may lead to heavy fines or even time in jail.

Our height safety services will ensure that you have a robust height safety system in place and that it is properly inspected. We offer everything from consultation to system design, overseeing the installation of working at heights equipment and ongoing training and inspection to ensure you comply with the Australian Standards and state regulations.

Why Choose Workplace Access & Safety for Height Safety Engineering?

Workplace Access & Safety are a market-leading, independent advisory business with no conflict of interests. We’re NATA (National Association of Testing Authorities) accredited for inspection and testing and utilise a QR coded asset management system to provide onsite efficiency and full visibility of the inspection process. Since our inception, we have developed patents and worked alongside Worksafe, Workcover, Safe Work Australia and relevant Australian Standard committees developing standards, laws and practices to improve workplace safety.

When you choose to work with Workplace Access & Safety for height safety engineering, you’ll not only be getting the benefit of 45 years of experience, but you’ll be getting:

  • The most highly 3rd-party accredited provider in Australia
  • Independent inspection of manufacturers and installers
  • Trade qualified engineers and builders with practical knowledge and a practical approach to inspections
  • A thorough and cost-effective service. Our backend office is located in the Philippines which allows us to be lean, efficient and cost-effective and we pass these cost savings onto you.

We work with facilities managers, health and safety managers, maintenance managers, operations and business managers throughout Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney and Australia-wide. Some of our recent clients include Westfield Fountain Gate shopping centre in South-east Melbourne, Bunnings in Alice Springs and the Cairns Convention Centre.

Are Your Height Safety Systems Really Safe?

Rules and regulations can sometimes seem like an impediment to getting the job done and running a successful business, but when it comes to a crucial subject such as working safely at heights, any responsible businessperson will acknowledge the regs are there to help, not hinder. The last thing you want is a fall that harms someone on your premises, so if those premises are on the lofty side, you must bite the bullet and get compliant, because compliance means safety.

The way to do this is to consult a height safety systems expert, and we at Workplace Access and Safety have been in this business since 1997, so we know what we’re doing.

The Vital Importance of Work at Height Safety

Fear of heights is a common phobia, and with good reason, but sometimes it has to be done and fortunately it is possible to work safely at heights – if you know what you are doing, use the correct equipment and follow all the procedures for health and safety working at height. It is a lot to take in, though, and that is why we started Workplace Access and Safety, specialising in this crucial area.

Get in Touch to Find Out More Our Height Safety Engineers

If you could benefit from working with the most knowledgable height safety specialists in Australia, get in touch with us by either completing our online form or calling 1300 552 984.

We not only offer height safety servicing, consultations, and inspections but also inspections of additional areas such as confined spaces inspection, ladders inspection, dangerous goods storage, structural assessment, racking and more. In addition, we can provide audits and risk assessments, drafting and engineering services, project management services (commercial builder registered) and consultation with architects and builders on new construction/renovation projects to ensure future maintainability.

Our other services include:

Access the height safety services you need now to safeguard everyone working at a height on your premises.
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How can we help?

Risk assessment services

Identify potential risks and hazards for your height safety systems, equipment and access.

Compliance and recertification

Keep your systems compliant with expert compliance inspections and recertification services.

Design and engineering services

Get tailored height safety solutions – designed specific to your needs – by our solution architects.

Quality control and commissioning

Uncover risks, defects and compliance concerns for your existing height safety system before it becomes an issue.

AS/NZS 1891, Static line, Close to edge, Person

Procurement support services

Discover the right solution and provider for your height safety system needs. Plus expert tender support.

Height safety management

Gain end-to-end height safety advice and support, each step of your risk and compliance journey.

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Proudly supporting businesses better manage height safety risk and compliance across Australia.

“Workplace Access and Safety’s expert teams make inspections and testing a breeze, and I feel like I have a true partner by my side. As a maintenance supervisor, working with WAS makes my job a whole lot easier.”

Glenn Price, Cabrini Health

“Workplace Access & Safety are an excellent consultant to work with. They are highly skilled subject matter experts. WAS deliver advice and services promptly and with a high level of quality. Their approach to design and consultancy works is practical and financially sensible. The WAS online portal to access records and documentation is very user friendly.
I would recommend them to other clients who are looking for expertise and guidance on the field of working at heights compliance/risk management.

Timothy Feenstra, Stockland

Do you know your current level of risk?

Working at heights can be risky business, not only to workers and contractors but also your business. Take our online height safety tool to assess potential risk to your business.

Use Our Risk Meter

Risk assessments and advice

Uncover potential risks and hazards before they become dangerous with our expert risk assessment services. Provided by certified risk management specialists, get expert recommendations to minimise risk and better manage height safety.

Compliance and recertification services

Be confident your systems and equipment are compliant, reliable and safe with ISO-certified compliance and recertification inspections. From ladders and PPE to anchor and static lines, our independent team of experts can give you compliance peace of mind.

Solution design and engineering services

Ensure your height safety system or solution is fit-for-purpose and designed to the highest compliance and quality standards. Designed by expert solution architects and industry-leading engineers, get a tailored height safety solution designed for your specific needs.

How compliant is your system?

Your height safety system’s compliance can be impacted by a number of factors, including the installation of your equipment, safety procedures and equipment certifications. Check your level of compliance and uncover areas of risk with our handy compliance checklist.

Check your compliance level

Workplace Access and Safety:

Your height safety and fall prevention experts

Independent height safety experts

  • Independent height safety experts
  • 45 years’ industry experience
  • National certified specialists, inspectors and engineers
  • Height safety advice, risk assessments and consulting

Combining years of practical experience and industry expertise, you can be confident in the compliance and safety of your system. 

From site assessments and system design to testing, inspections and certifications, we’re here to provide expert advice to keep your business protected and workplace safe.