Posted By Stephen Grant Karen You might find something of use under the discussion thread. "Anchor points in domestic premises when working at height" Think we are basically asking the same question in a slightly different way. Regards Steve

Posted By Martin C Position restraint is always better than fall arrest and requires a lot less structural strength in an anchor point. Systems are available for use on a flat roof which should work in a building. Martin

Posted By Fornhelper Hi Karen I came across this 'challenge' a few years ago when working with glaziers carrying out similar work in 3 & 4 storey properties. My solution was, working from the inside, to firmly secure light, aluminium acro-props across the external window 'frame' (on to the 'brickwork') before removing the sash windows. If I recall we had squares of 10mm rubber between the prop and the frame to minimise risk of slippage and also to protect the frames. We found that, once fully 'tightened', the props were extremely secure and offered good edge protection. Frames were around 2m high so we had 2 props in each frame at about 0.75 metres from top & bottom. This gave instant edge protection when the window was removed as props could be easily installed with windows in place and removed when work complete (word of warning though ensure new windows allow access to props to remove them - from experience !!!) Props were very light, easy to manage and transport around and system worked very well - even impressed the glaziers - which was a first !!! Needless to say, ensure area below work is controlled to protect against falling materials etc. Hope this is of some help FH

Posted By Karen Wilson Thank you all for your help. I really appreciate this. Karen