Your height system may have been compliant when it was first installed, but that doesn’t mean it still is today. If your building has roof access, anchor points, static lines, walkways, or other fall protection systems, regular inspections help ensure they’re safe to use and continue to meet Australian Standards for anyone working at height.
Why Height Safety Inspections Matter
Even well-installed systems degrade over time. Steel corrodes. Fixings loosen. Roof layouts change after the original system was put in. And paperwork has a habit of disappearing when sites change hands or multiple contractors have been through.
Regular inspections let you identify damage, wear and tear, or corrosion early before it becomes a serious issue. They are also able to confirm if your current height safety system is compliant and whether your roof site is fit for purpose.
Hallweld Safety carries out height safety inspections across South Australia for facility managers, building owners, strata managers, asset managers and construction project managers. We’ll tell you what’s in place, what condition it’s in, and what needs attention.
Inspections also help keep documentation up to date, demonstrate due diligence, and allow maintenance issues to be addressed before they become more urgent or costly problems.
What’s Included in a Height Safety Inspection?
We take a practical, site-specific approach. It’s not a one-size-fits-all checklist – we tailor the safety inspection based on what’s on your roof, how it’s installed, and whether the paperwork backs it up.
Systems we commonly inspect include:
- Anchor points and static lines
- Roof access ladders and hatches
- Walkways
- Platforms and grating
- Guardrails and edge protection
- Fall arrest and restraint systems
- Self-closing gates
- Trolley beam or horizontal lifeline systems
During the inspection, we assess:
| What we check | What we’re looking for |
| Physical condition | Corrosion, wear, damage or missing components. |
| Installation integrity | Whether the system has been correctly installed and anchored. |
| Documentation | Whether certification records are current and on file. |
| Suitability | Whether the system is still appropriate for the roof type and current usage. |
After the inspection, you’ll get a clear written report outlining what we found, what it means, and our recommendations.
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South Australian Compliance Considerations
Height safety in South Australia sits under the Work Health and Safety Act 2012 (SA) and the WHS Regulations, with SafeWork SA as the regulator.
What’s required varies depending on your site and systems. Generally, duty holders are expected to manage fall risks so far as reasonably practicable and keep safety systems in a safe and serviceable condition.
Standards commonly referenced in height safety work include (where applicable):
- AS/NZS 1657 – Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders
- AS/NZS 1891 – Industrial fall-arrest systems and devices
- AS/NZS 5532 – Manufacturing requirements for single-point anchor devices
*Note: We do not provide legal advice. If you need clarity on your specific obligations, SafeWork SA or a qualified WHS professional is the right call. Our job is to help you identify what’s there, what’s missing, and what needs fixing.
Common Sites We Support
We work across all kinds of sites in South Australia:
- Commercial offices and retail centres
- Warehouses and industrial facilities
- Multi-residential and strata properties
- Healthcare and aged care sites
- Education and government buildings
- Construction projects and ongoing maintenance programs
With one team managing both inspections and remedial works, you’ll benefit from simpler coordination and faster turnaround times.
Height Safety Installation & Remedial Works
If an inspection uncovers any problems, such as corroded anchor points, missing edge protection, non-compliant installation, or access equipment that’s well past its use-by date, we can help bring your system back up to standard.
Remedial and installation services include:
- Anchor point replacement and re-certification (where required)
- Static line and fall protection system installation
- Walkway and platform upgrades
- Guardrail and handrail installation
- Ladder system upgrades and replacement
- Roof hatch and access point installation
- Full system installation for new builds and major upgrade
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Frequently Asked Questions
How often should height safety systems be inspected?
It depends on the system you have in place, how often it’s used, and what it’s exposed to. In practice, inspection intervals are guided by the manufacturer’s recommendations and your competent person. If you’re not sure, we can talk it through and recommend an inspection schedule based on your site and the systems you have in place.
What’s the difference between an inspection and re-certification?
An inspection looks at the overall condition and suitability of a system. Recertification is the formal process of testing and certifying specific components, like anchor points, against the relevant standard. The inspection will flag if components are due for recertification or need replacing.
Do I need an inspection if my system was recently installed?
Yes. A post-installation inspection is a quick check that the system’s been installed properly and is ready to use. It also gives you a clear starting point for future inspections.
What happens if issues are found during an inspection?
You’ll get a clear report outlining what was found and what action is recommended. In many cases, we can carry out the remedial works directly – from replacing a single anchor point to upgrading a full access system. We’ll give you straightforward advice on what needs attention now and what can wait.
Do you cover all of South Australia?
Yes. We’re based in Adelaide and work across greater South Australia. Get in touch with our experienced height safety team to talk through your location and what’s involved.
Book a Height Safety Inspection in South Australia
Not sure when your system was last checked? Not confident it’s still fit for purpose? Our South Australian team can take a look.
We carry out inspections, compliance assessments, and remedial works across Adelaide and greater South Australia. Contact our Team today and book a Height Safety Inspection or request a Compliance Review.
