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📺 A mobile access tower had its moment in the spotlight on last night’s Coronation Street, but unfortunately, so did a falling brace - thanks to careless Lyle (branded an ‘absolute spoon’ by his own gaffer). From his 4 metre platform, Lyle managed to send the brace crashing to the ground, giving poor Julie the fright of her life. As her sister Eileen rushed to her side, funeral director George summed up the situation perfectly, warning site manager Theo: “You need a bit of health & safety training - before your business becomes a feeder for mine.” He’s not wrong. Falling objects are a real risk when assembling or dismantling a tower, which is why setting up a proper exclusion zone is a must. Points for effort to the lads, who had some barriers in place - but as the scene shows, a few scattered cones won’t stop pedestrians from wandering into danger. A sturdier solution, like temporary site fencing or other effective barriers, would have been a much safer bet for the good people of Weatherfield. And Theo’s excuse - “She shouldn’t have been stood where she was” - wouldn’t hold much weight if Julie had ended up in A&E. As for the tower itself? You'll have to read our response in full to see what we thought of that. Spoiler alert: it's not good. ➡️ RESPONSE IN FULL: https://lnkd.in/eeXUVmra CREDIT: Coronation Street / ITV

After serving as Chairman of PASMA for over a year and a half, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude to the remarkable team at PASMA and our esteemed members. PASMA stands at the forefront of the access industry, establishing unparalleled standards in safety, quality, and best practices. At PASMA, we lead the industry by promoting manufacturing excellence, ensuring rigorous training standards, and driving innovation in the hire and hire assembly sectors. Our commitment to setting the bar high underscores the industry's dedication to safety and continual enhancement. The diligent PASMA team consistently guides and equips our diverse members, empowering them to elevate standards and embrace industry-leading practices. Their unwavering dedication not only elevates operational standards but also fosters a safety-first culture that resonates throughout the industry. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to PASMA for their tireless pursuit of excellence and their steadfast dedication to enhancing the safety and efficiency of the access industry. #PASMA #AccessIndustry #SafetyFirst #BestPractice #TrainingExcellence #ManufacturingStandards #IndustryLeadership

🚧⚠️ An employer has been fined after an HSE investigation found serious safety issues with a tower scaffold in Merseyside. ⚠️🚧 The tower had been assembled incorrectly, the instruction manual was not followed and there was no built-in ladder to provide safe access to the platform. Instead, workers had to scramble up the rungs of the tower - something they were never designed for. Following the investigation, A. I. M Access Solutions Ltd pleaded guilty to breaching the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and was fined £30,800. 📣 Steve Booker, PASMA chairman, said: "If there’s one phrase a PASMA member repeats more than any other, it’s ‘follow the manual’. This document is so crucial that all PASMA members who manufacture, supply or hire towers are audited to make sure they provide one. And in PASMA training, everyone is taught to follow the manual – it’s drilled into them. But what really matters is making sure that knowledge is applied on site, every time a tower is built." 📣 Ian H., vice chair of the PASMA hire & assembly committee, added: "It’s particularly concerning that the employer in this case appears to provide a hire & assembly service, meaning they build towers for others to work from. This is safety-critical work. That's why PASMA hire & assembly members have to follow a code of conduct, are subject to a strict audit regime and use highly skilled Access Tower Specialists trained by PASMA." We encourage every company that hires tower scaffolds to adopt our safety standards and become a member. The company involved in this case has not yet done so. PASMA welcomes this prosecution and hopes it serves as a wake-up call to other employers. They must ensure their teams are properly trained, provided with safe equipment, and working from safe towers, every single time. Our thoughts are with the family of Robert Duffy, whose death triggered the investigation that led to this prosecution. ➡️ Read our response in full: https://lnkd.in/eBNyAJ7g

We're pleased to see the return of the Prefabricated Access Suppliers & Manufacturers Association (PASMA) as sponsors of the Hire Awards of Excellence in 2025. This year they are supporting our new, and highly popular category, Health & Safety Champions of the Year! Find out more on the Hire Awards website here: https://awards.hae.org.uk/ #HireAwards2025 PASMA

Been on a PASMA course recently? Then you’ve probably heard about TowerSure, the new mobile app being rolled out across our training centres. Over the past few weeks, PASMA instructors and training members have been attending online briefings to learn how their delegates can make best use of TowerSure – not just during their course, but afterwards too. TowerSure improves tower safety by helping you: ✅ Inspect towers before use 📸 Store photos as proof of correct assembly 📄 Share inspection reports effortlessly 💳 Access your virtual PASMA card With 400 people attending at least one briefing, it’s clear our training community is committed to staying ahead and delivering the best experience to their customers and delegates. A huge thank you to our guest speakers, Amanda Hutton, Charlotte Thompson and Dennis Seaton, for sharing their insights with fellow members 🙌

We recommend that you download and familiarise yourself with the TowerSure app prior to attending one of our PASMA courses. Not only is the TowerSure app being incorporated into all PASMA courses, but it is streamlining the tower inspection process. For more information about the TowerSure app, head to PASMA's website - https://okt.to/XTv6DE

PASMA are going digital with their cards, and delegates can now access them via the TowerSure app! The team behind this has done an incredible job, every detail has been thought through, ensuring a seamless and secure experience. This move not only makes life easier for delegates but also enhances accessibility and efficiency across the industry. A huge well done to everyone involved! 👏

Listening to George Lopez PCQI from PASMA giving an update on virtual cards, instructor CPD & unnanounced audits

📢 BOOKINGS NOW OPEN!📢 Join us at the No Falls Foundation Conference for an engaging, inspiring, and educational afternoon. Connect with the work at height community, hear from expert speakers and leave with plenty of actionable advice. The evening will see the return of our Charity Ball, kicking off with a drinks reception, followed by a three course dinner, charity auction and a night of dancing. 📍 Radisson Blu East Midlands Airport Hotel 📅 Thursday, 15th May Book your place today! https://lnkd.in/gvBGnyPE

Meet Karen O'Neill, whose unique perspective has helped drive the exponential growth of PASMA training. Her early career in towers involved everything from administering our courses to teaching them, gathering a wealth of industry knowledge, insight and hands-on experience as she went. Eventually, Karen brought that expertise to PASMA, when she became our first ever full-time employee. Today, she’s using her skills to manage, modernise and improve our training scheme, as well as the systems and processes that support it. Read Karen’s story: https://lnkd.in/e6JZVa7Q #BuiltForPASMA