--- title: Blogs & Latest News - SHEARFORCE | Ray Simmons description: From safety to efficiency, learn everything you need to know from the experts with our excellent blogs. Check out our blog section for industry insights. 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Therefore, persons with an active role in health and safety must understand and apply the hierarchy of controls when there is the potential for working from height. With that in mind, here … [Read Story](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/hierarchy-control-measures-working-at-height) ## [The Role Of LOLER In The Use Of Lifting Equipment And Portable Gantries](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/the-role-of-loler) By [**Ray Simmons**](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/author/ray-simmons) on Aug 19, 2025, 12:00:00 PM ![the-role-of-loler](https://www.shearforce.com/hubfs/The-Role-Of-LOLER%20.png.webp) The Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998, or LOLER, is one of the main laws governing the use of portable gantry systems in industrial and construction contexts. Regulations create a framework for maintaining workplace safety during lifting operations and include … [Read Story](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/the-role-of-loler) ## [Why Fall Protection Is Essential When Working With Shipping Containers](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/why-fall-protection-is-essential) By [**Ray Simmons**](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/author/ray-simmons) on Aug 12, 2025, 12:00:00 PM ![why-fall-protection-is-essential](https://www.shearforce.com/hubfs/Why-Fall-Protection-is-Essential.webp) Accidents involving shipping containers can occur at any stage of the journey, with falls from height being one of the most serious causes of fatal and life-changing incidents. Implementing a fall restraint or fall arrest system is, therefore, an essential factor to mitigate these ris … [Read Story](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/why-fall-protection-is-essential) ## [Ensuring Safety: Measures to Put In Place For Hazardous Applications](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/ensuring-safety) By [**Ray Simmons**](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/author/ray-simmons) on Mar 13, 2025, 12:00:00 PM ![ensuring-safety](https://www.shearforce.com/hubfs/Ensuring-Safety-Measures-to-Put.webp) Implementing robust health and safety measures is not just a legal requirement. Robust safety measures in construction are crucial to the success of any modern construction business. With that in mind, here are five safety measures examples with explanations of why they matter. [Read Story](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/ensuring-safety) ## [The Preventive Work of Risk Assessments: Why Are They Life Savers](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/risk-assessments) By [**Ray Simmons**](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/author/ray-simmons) on Feb 27, 2025, 12:00:00 PM ![risk-assessments](https://www.shearforce.com/hubfs/The-Preventive-Work-of-Risk-Asse.webp) Undertaking effective risk assessments in the workplace is a key part of an employer’s duty of care towards employees and workers. The importance of a risk assessment can, however, extend into all areas of the business. Here are the five main reasons for undertaking a robust health an … [Read Story](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/risk-assessments) ## [Why Should Your Company Invest In Lifting Equipment And Safe Systems of Work](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/lifting-equipment-and-safe-systems) By [**Ray Simmons**](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/author/ray-simmons) on Feb 5, 2025, 12:00:00 PM ![lifting-equipment-and-safe-systems](https://www.shearforce.com/hubfs/Why-Should-Your-Company-Invest-I.webp) Investing in industrial lifting equipment and implementing safe systems of work can be more than justified by the significant return on investment these measures can offer. Here are the five main benefits you can expect to see from using industrial lifting systems together with safe w … [Read Story](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/lifting-equipment-and-safe-systems) ## [The Revolutionary Concept Of The SHEARFORCE Rotational Gantry](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/shearforce-rotational-gantry) By [**Ray Simmons**](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/author/ray-simmons) on Jan 13, 2025, 12:00:00 PM ![SHEARFORCE-Rotational-Gantry](https://www.shearforce.com/hubfs/The-Revolutionary-Concept-Of-The.webp) Gantry systems are standard equipment in a wide range of situations. The development of the rotating gantry has made them even more valuable. Here is an overview of the five key features of the SHEARFORCE patented rotating gantry and the benefits these features deliver. [Read Story](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/shearforce-rotational-gantry) ## [Why Is It Necessary To Invest In Lifting Equipment for Construction Applications](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/lifting-equipment-for-construction-applications) By [**Ray Simmons**](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/author/ray-simmons) on Jan 6, 2025, 12:00:00 PM ![Lifting-Equipment-for-Construction-Applications](https://www.shearforce.com/hubfs/Why-Is-It-Necessary-To-Invest-In.webp) Lifting is a standard part of work in the construction industry. Investing in construction lifting equipment can deliver significant benefits to both construction business and construction workers. Here is a straightforward guide to the five main benefits of using lifting equipment in … [Read Story](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/lifting-equipment-for-construction-applications) ## [The Usefulness of A Portable Gantry In Applications That Require Lifting Heavy Loads](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/portable-gantry-applications) By [**Ray Simmons**](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/author/ray-simmons) on Jun 24, 2024, 12:00:00 PM ![portable-gantry-applications](https://www.shearforce.com/hubfs/the-usefulness-of-a-portable-gan.webp) Gantries excel at lifting large and/or heavy loads. The very heaviest loads typically require static gantries. For many applications, however, portable gantries are an effective and affordable solution. Here are just five reasons why portable gantries are useful in applications that r … [Read Story](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/portable-gantry-applications) ## [The Advantages Of Adjustable Portable Gantries In Industrial Operations](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/adjustable-gantries-industrial-operations) By [**Ray Simmons**](https://www.shearforce.com/blog/author/ray-simmons) on Jun 10, 2024, 12:00:00 PM ![adjustable-gantries-industrial-operations](https://www.shearforce.com/hubfs/THE-ADVANTAGES-OF-ADJUSTABLE-POR.webp) Gantries have long been standard equipment in industrial operations. Adjustable and portable gantries deliver all the benefits of traditional A-frame gantries plus a range of extra benefits. Here is a quick guide on what you need to know about them. 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