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Top 5 Safety Helmets

Safety Helmets are worn by many of us every single day and when it comes to buying a new one, it can be hard to know which height safety helmet is the best.

Top 5 Safety Helmets

Safety Helmets are worn by many of us every single day and when it comes to buying a new one, it can be hard to know which height safety helmet is the best.

Safely Handling Scaffolding Boards

Did you know that over 25% of injuries reported by scaffolders each year are related to poor manual handling? Here is our FREE PDF to help you and your team stay safe.

Leach’s League - #ChooseYourSide

Enter our new tournament and have a chance to win discounts, prizes and more! Choose which team you think will win and watch each match on social media to see how they get on!

How to Choose a Scaffolding Level

In the market for a new scaffolding level? Check out this guide to help you identify the traits of a top-quality scaffolder’s level.

Rising to the Challenge - Ensuring Safety When Window Cleaning

High-rise window cleaning is high-risk if the right safety protocols aren't in place. Here's how to implement a height safety plan.

Leach’s Guide to On-Site Safety During Summer 2022

On the blog, we discuss what safety issues to look out for in spring and summer 2022, and offer our tips to stay safe.

Climb to Safety Success – Do You Need a Ladder Guard?

On the blog, we outline who should use a ladder and what control measures should be implemented to prevent unauthorised access.

Put a brake on Gin Wheel accidents with the BIGBEN® Braked Pulley

Switching from a traditional gin wheel to the BIGBEN Braked Pulley is guaranteed to improve safety on your site. Could now be the time to make the change?

Height Safety Guide 2022 – Your Roles and Responsibilities

In this height safety guide, Leach's outline what working at height is, re-affirm the key regulations, and discuss how to keep everyone safe on-site.

Leach’s Plant 100 Trees As Part Of Ongoing Sustainability Initiative

Leach’s is planting 100 trees to celebrate 100 years of business as part of its ongoing sustainability initiative.

PPE Regulations Update – Vital Information for Employers and Employees

On 6th April the PPE regulations are being updated and the Personal Protective Equipment at Work (Amendment) Regulations 2022 will come into force. Are you prepared?

Bricklaying Safety – What are the Risks?

While those unfamiliar with bricklaying may not view the profession as high-risk, there are many hazards that must be overcome. Read more.

Arborist Safety – Assessing Risk when Working with Trees

The HSE estimates 16% of all reported tree work accidents involve a fall from height. On the blog, we discuss how arborists and tree surgeons can assess risk when working with trees.