Window cleaning can come across as an easy task around the home or office. However there are literally thousands of people of all ages that end up in Nottingham hospitals each year due to falls from ladders or slipping over on wet or uneven surfaces. Window Cleaning has inherent risks due to the nature of the work and the difficult location of some windows. So before you begin cleaning your windows make sure you have a quick read of these safety tips.
Use of a ladder
Using a ladder increases the risk of injury significantly. Make sure the ladder your using is new or of good quality. Make sure all feet of the ladder are placed on solid even ground and that when on the ladder, you feet remain three steps from the top at all times as a very minimum to maintain balance. Do not stretch or move to far much because the ladder may fall to one side.
Use The Appropriate Equipment To Reach Windows With Difficult Access
Windows maybe quite high from the ground or in a location that is very difficult to reach. It is important to use the appropriate window cleaning attachments to make your job easy. You can buy quality window cleaning equipment online from professional Window Cleaning Equipment Nottingham sites. In some cases it might be necessary to get a professional window cleaner to carry out the task because the risk of injury is just too great. Do not be afraid to admit the task is outside your ability.
Do Not Push Too Hard On The Glass While Trying To Clean It
If you are pushing hard on the glass it maybe that your just trying to hard or that you are using old or poor quality equipment. If your unable to get the results you want by using a gentle technique on the window you should stop immediately. Pushing to hard can cause the glass to break and you may end up cutting yourself very badly. If you need new equipment then that is an easy problem to fix.
Don’t Clean Windows If You Have Medical Condition
Lots of people have medical conditions requiring medication or enjoy a glass of alcohol but a person can seriously hurt themself if they fall from a height.
Don’t Risk Your Health
Remember that your health is far more important than having clean windows. Get up to 3 FREE window cleaning quotes from quality window cleaners and see just how affordable it can be. Don’t risk your health, be wise and for difficult windows get a professional in to do the job.