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This section outlines our mission to provide reliable, innovative height safety & safe access solutions tailored to your needs. Explore our case studies to see how our approach makes a difference, access a curated collection of helpful resources, and find quick answers to your most common questions in our FAQs.
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Mission Statement
To provide safe, reliable, and innovative access solutions that protect people, ensure compliance, and deliver lasting value to our clients...
Your Questions Answered
Safety & Access Questions - Everything you need to know!
Case Study
Improving height safety at your sit is essential to protect workers, meet compliance standards and reduce risk of accidents. By implementing certified systems - such as as anchor points, walkways, guardrails and others relevant for your site - you create a safer, more efficient environment for maintenance and access tasks at heights.
Resources
Access all the tools and information about height safety and compliance on your site. Here you’ll find our Capability Statement, Height Safety System brochures, and other guides to help you understand our services, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
Our mission
SKC Solutions delivers expert rope access and custom-built access systems, keeping your team safe and your sites fully functional.
We are committed to upholding the highest standards of compliance, workmanship, and professionalism. Through a client-first approach, technical expertise, and responsive service, we aim to be a dependable partner in maintaining safer and more functional spaces across Sydney’s commercial, industrial, and strata sectors.
Your Questions Answered
Safety & Access Questions - Everything You Need to Know
WHEN IS FALL PROTECTION NEEDED?
Falls are one of the leading causes of workplace injuries and fatalities. Many job sites involve tasks performed at height—such as roof and gutter maintenance, machinery servicing, or loading vehicles—and each of these requires proper fall protection planning.
Fall protection must be considered whenever work is done above ground level or a stable surface. While regulations advise implementing fall protection at heights above 2 metres, it's important to note that any height-related work can carry risk and may still require control measures below that threshold.
WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR MANAGING FALL RISKS?
Under the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act and Regulations, the Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU) holds the primary duty of care to ensure that all workers and subcontractors remain safe from fall hazards on site.
The PCBU is responsible for managing fall risks by:
- Ensuring, where practicable, that hazardous work is done from ground level or solid platforms.
- Providing safe and secure access to and from elevated work areas.
- Minimising fall risks through appropriate control measures
- Making sure all workers are instructed in the correct and safe use of the systems provided.
Workers also have a legal duty to protect themselves and others by following all safety instructions, using equipment correctly, and reporting any hazards or unsafe practices immediately.
CAN SKC SOLUTIONS ASSIST WITH CUSTOM SAFETY SOLUTIONS FOR SPECIFIC NEEDS?
Absolutely, SKC Solutions tailors height safety solutions to meet unique roofing or internal requirements, ensuring optimal protection and compliance with Australian Standards.
WHAT TYPES OF HEIGHT SAFETY SERVICES DO YOU PROVIDE?
We design, supply, and install a range of height safety systems, including anchors, guardrails, platforms, and walkways. Our solutions are fully compliant with AS/NZS standards, ensuring your personnel and contractors can work safely at height.
ARE YOUR TECHNICIANS CERTIFIED AND INSURED?
Yes. All SKC Solutions personnel are fully trained, qualified, and hold the required certifications for rope access, height safety, and drone operations. We also carry comprehensive insurance to ensure peace of mind for all projects.
HOW QUICKLY CAN SKC SOLUTIONS START A PROJECT?
Project start times depend on the scope, but we pride ourselves on prompt responses. After an initial consultation or site assessment, we provide a clear timeline and can often mobilise teams quickly to meet your scheduling needs.
HOW CAN I GET HELP SOLVING OUR HEIGHT SAFETY OR ACCESS CHALLENGES?
Simply tell us about the safety or access issue you’re facing using our quick online form. We’ll respond with a free, 30 minute discussion to find out what's needed to ensuring safe access and protection for your workers. You can also contact us by phone or email — we’ll discuss your situation and provide practical, tailored solutions.
Case Study - Client Success Story
CHALLENGE
🛑 Technicians/contractors faced ongoing challenges when accessing HVAC units located in hard-to-reach rooftop areas, causing delays in routine maintenance and emergency repairs. The lack of safe and efficient access increased both safety risks and operational downtime.
SOLUTIONS
💡 We delivered a custom-designed solution that included the installation of walkways, modular staircases, access platforms, ladders and guard rails to safely reach the HVAC units.
RESULT
🎯 The new access system significantly improved safety and efficiency for technicians performing maintenance on the HVAC units. Downtime was reduced, and the building now meets compliance standards for safe roof access.
Standards & Regulations
At SKC Solutions, safety and compliance are at the core of everything we do. Our systems are designed and installed to meet or exceed all relevant Australian Standards, Work Health & Safety (WHS) Regulations, and Codes of Practice.
This means you can have confidence that your people are safe — and your business is fully compliant.
Key Standards We Work To
🔹 AS 1657 – Fixed Platforms, Walkways, Stairways & Ladders
Defines the design and installation requirements for walkways, stairs, and ladders. This ensures safe movement for workers accessing roofs, plant, and elevated areas.
🔹 AS/NZS 1891 – Industrial Fall Arrest Systems & Devices
Covers the design, installation, and use of anchor points, harnesses, lifelines, and fall arrest systems. Essential for anyone working at height.
🔹 AS/NZS 5532 – Anchor Point Testing & Strength Requirements
Specifies the testing and performance requirements for roof anchor devices, ensuring they can withstand real-world fall arrest forces.
🔹 AS/NZS 1170 – Structural Design Actions
Applies to loads and forces that safety equipment and access systems must be able to handle. Ensures long-term structural integrity.
You can purchase copies of the above Standards from Standards Australia.
WHS Regulations & Codes of Practice
Our work also aligns with Work Health & Safety (WHS) Regulations and Safe Work Australia’s Code of Practice for Managing the Risk of Falls at Workplaces.
These require employers, managers & owners to:
- Provide safe access to all work areas
Implement fall prevention where risks exist - Maintain and regularly inspect height safety systems
- Failure to comply can result in fines, liability, and increased risk of injury.
Why Compliance Matters
✅ Keeps your workers safe
✅ Reduces risk of legal liability
✅ Helps avoid costly fines and shutdowns
✅ Demonstrates your commitment to best practice safety
Work Health and Safety Acts
The Work Health and Safety (WHS) Acts are the framework for the protection of the health, safety and welfare of all those at work. They outline the broad legal responsibilities of architects, designers, builders, building managers, installers and maintenance workers.
All states (except for Victoria and Western Australia) are covered by the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act. Victoria is covered by the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act 2004 and Western Australia is covered by the Work Health and Safety Act 2020.
OHS and WHS are not significantly different, the WHS simply provides some additional clarification in some sections. All our products are fully compliant with the more detailed WHS Act to ensure more comprehensive coverage Australia-wide.